Description
This Gluten Free Chickpea Flatbread (Socca) is a savory, nutty, and incredibly easy bread alternative. Made with simple pantry staples and a cast iron skillet, it yields a crispy crust and tender center. Perfectly vegan and healthy.
Ingredients
1 cup chickpea flour (4 1/2 ounces)
1 cup water
1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (plus more for pan)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon za’atar (optional, for topping)
Instructions
1. Whisk the chickpea flour, water, 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil, and salt in a bowl until smooth. Let rest for 30 minutes.
2. Arrange an oven rack 6 inches from the broiler and heat oven to 450°F. Place a 10-inch cast iron skillet in the oven and switch to broil to heat the pan for 5 minutes.
3. Carefully remove the hot skillet. Add 1 tsp oil to coat the bottom. Pour the batter into the center, tilting to coat the pan evenly.
4. Broil for 5 to 8 minutes, until the top blisters and browns. The edges should be crispy and the middle flexible. If browning too fast, lower the rack.
5. Remove from the pan with a spatula onto a cutting board.
6. Slice into wedges, drizzle with extra oil, and sprinkle with za’atar if desired.
Notes
Storage: Best eaten warm, but can be refrigerated for 1 week and re-toasted.
Batter Resting: Do not skip the 30-minute rest! It allows the flour to hydrate properly for the best texture.
Pan Safety: The handle will be extremely hot. Always use a good oven mitt.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Bread, Appetizer
- Method: Broiling, Cast Iron
- Cuisine: French (Socca), Italian (Farinata)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wedge
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg