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Baking soda
Also called bicarbonate of soda, bicarb, sodium bicarbonate
What it is
An alkali that lifts soda bread when it meets buttermilk. Not baking powder.
Origin
Industrial 19th-century leavening; Irish soda bread made it daily.
Flavour
None if you use the right amount. Soapy if you dump it.
How to use it
Mix through the flour. Baking powder is a different product.
Storage
Airtight, dry.
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What is Baking soda?
An alkali that lifts soda bread when it meets buttermilk. Not baking powder.
How do I use Baking soda?
Mix through the flour. Baking powder is a different product.
How do I store Baking soda?
Airtight, dry.
What does it taste like?
None if you use the right amount. Soapy if you dump it.
Nutrition
Per 100g ยท estimate ยท USDA FoodData Central averages and equivalent published tables. Values are typical, not lab tests of your shopping bag.
Calories 0 kcal
Protein 0 g
Carbs 0 g
Fat 0 g
