Farinata: A Savory Healthy Italian Pancake

1. 1

   Sift the chickpea flour in a large bowl and slowly pour over the water, mixing well with a wooden spoon in order to avoid lumps

2. 2

   When the mixture is smooth, let it rest at room temperature for about 2 hours, stirring every 1/2 hour.

3. 3

   After the batter has rested, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and mix well. Save the rest of the oil to grease the pan.

4. 4

   Pre-heat the oven to the maximum temperature (250 C to 300 C depending on your oven).

5. 5

   Take a pizza baking pan, oil the bottom with extra virgin oilve oil and place the pan in the oven for 2 to 3 minutes, until the oil starts frying.

6. 6

   Take the pan out of the oven, pour in 1/3 of the mixture, swirl it around and make sure it covers the entire surface.

7. 7

   Turn on your oven's grill and bake until the mixture gets to a golden color (5 to 10 minutes depending on your oven). You'll know it's done when a crispy crust is formed and you start seeing light brown spots on the surface.

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   ake your farinata out of the oven, sprinkle it with some salt, pepper and chopped rosemary, cut it into squares and serve immediately. Your healthy pancake is ready to eat!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.