Home Made Focaccia with Garlic and Herbs
Servings: 8
Calories: 275kcal
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Ingredients
- 500 g strong bread flour
- 2¼ tsp dry active yeast
- 350 ml water lukewarm
- 3 tbsp extra olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
- 1/2 tsp thyme
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 3 cloves garlic minced
Instructions
- Pour the flour into a large bowl and create a well. Add the remaining dry ingredients and the oil. Pour in the lukewarm water, stir it gently and let it sit for 5 minutes. This will allow the yeast to develop. It will be ready when it is slightly bubbly on top.
- Knead the dough until all ingredients are evenly combined, which may take a minute or two. Knead* vigorously for around 5 minutes until you have a smooth, and soft dough. Resist the urge to add flour. The stickier the dough the softer your foccacia once it is baked.
- Lift the dough out of the bowl and oil it lightly. Place the dough back into the bowl and cover it with a cloth. Leave it in a warm place for 30 minutes or until doubled in size.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and tip it into a lightly oiled baking form. Gently push it into the shape of the form and push dents into it. You can use your knuckles or a cooking spoon to create the indentations.
- Preheat your oven to 220°C/425°F and leave the dough in a warm place for another 20 minutes.
- Brush the dough with oil, scatter some fresh herbs and sea salt on top of it. Bake the focaccia for about 20 minutes until it is golden brown.
Notes
*You can knead the dough by hand or with a machine. If you do knead it by hand, grease your hands with olive oil.
Nutrition
Calories: 275kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 6g | Sodium: 149mg | Potassium: 73mg | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.6mg