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How to Make Socca

A simple socca (chickpea flour pancake) batter is whisked, rested, then poured into a very hot oiled skillet and baked until the edges are golden and crispy.
Prep Time 14 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 9 hours 24 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 cupchickpea flour 109 grams
  • 1 cupwater 8 ounces
  • 1.5 tablespoonsolive oil 18 grams; plus more for greasing the pan
  • 3/4 teaspoonfine sea salt 5 grams; I use Real Salt brand

Equipment

  • 10-inch Cast Iron Skillet
  • Oven
  • Large Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Oven mitts
  • Pizza Cutter

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large bowl combine 1 cup (109 g) chickpea flour, 1 cup (8 oz) water, 1.5 tablespoons (18 g) olive oil, and 3/4 teaspoon (5 g) fine sea salt. Whisk until the batter is smooth and lumps are broken up.
  2. Cover the bowl and let the batter rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes (or refrigerate overnight if making ahead).
  3. When the batter is nearly done resting, preheat the oven to 450°F and place a 10-inch cast-iron skillet in the oven to heat.
  4. Using oven mitts, carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven. Add additional olive oil to the skillet and swirl to coat the bottom and sides.
  5. Pour the rested batter into the hot, oiled skillet (it may sizzle). Return the skillet to the oven and bake at 450°F for 20–25 minutes, until the edges are golden and crispy and the top is set.
  6. Remove the skillet from the oven. Use a spatula to loosen and lift the socca from the pan (it should release easily).
  7. Slice the socca into wedges with a pizza cutter and serve warm with your preferred toppings or dip.
  8. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes

Notes
Nutrition information is for 1/4 of this recipe. This is automatically calculated, and is just an estimate, not a guarantee.