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Boxty (Irish Midlands): Soda reaction creates air pockets in potato-based griddle bread
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Dense, gummy texture
Cause: Overmixing develops too much gluten
Fix: Mix just until ingredients are combined
Bitter aftertaste
Cause: Excess baking soda not neutralized
Fix: Precisely measure soda and use fresh buttermilk