Irish Dulse Soda Scones

450g (1lb) Plain White Flour
1 tsp Bicarbonate of Soda
340ml (12fl oz) Buttermilk or Sour Cream
1 Egg, beaten
½ oz Dried Dulse
1 tsp Salt

Pre-heat oven to 200°C; 400°F: Gas 6
Place a baking sheet in the oven to heat.
Soak the dulse in water for five minutes.
Discard the water and chop the dulse into fine strips.
Sieve the flour, bicarbonate of soda and salt into a large cool mixing bowl, mixing thoroughly.
Add the chopped dulse.
Make a well in the centre and pour in most of the buttermilk.
Work around the bowl, drawing the flour into the buttermilk, until absorbed.
When the dough comes together it should feel soft but pliable, add more buttermilk if needed.
Turn onto a floured board, knead lightly.
Using the palm your hand, shape the dough out into a round about 1 inch thick.
Either score the surface into four or six, or use a biscuit cutter to cut out rounds.
Brush lightly with the beaten egg.
Place on the heated baking tray and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes.

NB: Dulse is a type of seaweed, may by purchased at healthfood stores.

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Irish Dulse Soda Scones