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How to Make Farinata

How to Make Farinata showcases a rustic chickpea-flour flatbread with a bronzed, crackly edge and a soft, almost custardy middle. Baked in ripping heat with olive oil and a hint of rosemary, it’s aromatic, savory, and perfect for slicing into wedges as a starter, side, or snack with a grind of black pepper.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook25 mins
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyEasy
How to Make Farinata
  1. 1

    Whisk lukewarm water and garbanzo flour in a large bowl until smooth. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a plate and let it sit at room temperature for 2 hours. Skim off as much foam as you can from the top of the batter. Whisk 3 tablespoons olive oil, kosher salt, and rosemary into the batter until well combined.

  2. 2

    Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).

  3. 3

    Heat a 10-inch cast iron skillet over high heat until it is smoking hot. Pour the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil into the skillet and swirl to coat the bottom. Keep heating until the oil shimmers and a wisp of smoke rises from the oil.

  4. 4

    Quickly pour the batter into the hot oil; carefully move the skillet to the preheated oven.

  5. 5

    Bake in the preheated oven until the pancake is browned and crusty, 25 to 30 minutes. Move the pancake immediately to a plate and cut into wedges. Garnish with freshly ground black pepper and serve hot.