Socca

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together chickpea flour, water, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Let the batter rest for at least 30 minutes to allow the flour to hydrate.
2. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and place a cast-iron skillet or a sturdy baking sheet inside to heat up.
3. Once the oven is hot, carefully remove the skillet and add a tablespoon of olive oil, swirling to coat the bottom.
4. Pour the batter into the hot skillet, tilting if necessary to spread evenly across the surface.
5. Return the skillet to the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the edges are crispy and the top is set.
6. Turn on the broiler and cook for an additional 2-5 minutes to brown the top slightly, watching carefully to prevent burning.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before sliding the socca onto a cutting board.
8. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with rosemary or thyme if using, and a dash of smoked paprika.
9. Cut into wedges, season with more black pepper if desired, and serve warm with lemon wedges.