focaccia
Focaccia is a spongy Italian flatbread, which can be adapted a number of ways.
2 hours Serves 3-4
You will need:
250 g plain flour
160 ml lukewarm water
3.5 grams active dry yeast (1 teaspoon)
Pinch of sugar
Olive oil
Salt
Toppings of your choice
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Activate yeast in water with a pinch of sugar. Leave aside for 5-10 minutes.
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Combine flour and salt in a bowl. Drizzle in olive oil and activated yeast mixture.
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Mix with a spoon to form a rough dough. Knead for 10 minutes till smooth and elastic.
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Cover and leave to prove for 45 minutes in a warm place.
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Stretch out dough in a greased baking sheet.
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Drizzle with some olive oil and create impressions in the dough using your fingertips.
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Add toppings and season with salt and pepper.
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Cover and leave to prove again for 45 minutes.
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Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C for 25 to 30 minutes. When out of the oven, drizzle extra olive oil on top and serve warm.
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Reference video by Jamie Oliver
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Here are some photos from the process:
Making the dough