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Focaccia Rustica

Cultural Context

Focaccia Rustica hails from the Italian regions, particularly Liguria, where it reflects the rustic, hearty nature of local cuisine. Traditionally enjoyed as a snack or appetizer, this dish showcases the simplicity of high-quality ingredients like olive oil, fresh herbs, and seasonal vegetables. Today, variations abound, with many incorporating different toppings and flavors, making it a beloved staple in Italian bakeries and homes alike.

ItalianITmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 kg farina 0 forte
1 l acqua a temperatura ambiente
5 g lievito di birra fresco
1 kg farina tipo 2
500 ml acqua a temperatura ambiente
10 g lievito di birra fresco
20 g malto in polvere
4 cucchiaini di sale
150 g olio extravergine
100 g acqua a temperatura ambiente
100 g olio extravergine d’oliva
1.5 cucchiaio trito di rosmarino, salvia, alloro e sale grosso

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

black olives

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: canned olives

Canned olives are often less expensive and still add flavor.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content while bread flour is often cheaper.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a more budget-friendly option.

1

Prepare the Polish the day before and refrigerate it.

2

In a large bowl, combine the Polish, 1 kg of flour tipo 2, 500 ml of water, 10 g of fresh yeast, 20 g of malt or 1 tablespoon of honey, 4 teaspoons of salt, and 150 g of extra virgin olive oil.

3

Mix until well combined and knead the dough until smooth.

4

Let the dough rise until doubled in size.

5

Prepare the brine by mixing 100 g of water, 100 g of extra virgin olive oil, and 1.5 tablespoons of the chopped herbs and coarse salt.

6

Once the dough has risen, shape it into focaccia on a baking tray.

7

Drizzle the brine over the focaccia before baking.

8

Preheat the oven to 250°C and bake for 20 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingbaking

Equipment Needed

oven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutenmilk

Also Known As

Rustic FocacciaFocaccia di Recco
Local Name: Focaccia Rustica

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