Socca Recipe

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Traditional Socca requires chickpea (gram) flour, water, olive oil, and sea salt as base ingredients. Optional additions include fresh rosemary, black pepper, and ground cumin for enhanced flavour. This naturally gluten-free Mediterranean flatbread needs minimal pantry staples.
Learn how to cook Socca Recipe by whisking chickpea flour with water, salt, and olive oil until smooth, then letting the batter rest. Preheat a cast-iron skillet in a very hot oven (230°C), add oil to the hot pan, pour in the batter, and bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges crisp up and the top develops golden-brown spots. Serve immediately for best texture.
Resting the batter for at least 30 minutes allows the chickpea flour to fully hydrate, breaking down starches and resulting in a more tender interior and crisp exterior. This crucial step also helps eliminate any lumpy texture and enhances the flatbread's natural nutty flavour development.
While you can freeze chickpea flatbread, the texture won't be as good as freshly made. To freeze, cool completely, wrap in parchment paper, then foil. Store for up to 1 month. Reheat directly from frozen in a 180°C oven for 5-7 minutes until warmed through.
Traditional accompaniments include fresh herbs, flaky sea salt, and cracked pepper. In Nice, France, it's often served plain or with caramelised onions. Modern variations feature toppings like roasted vegetables, za'atar, hummus, or crumbled feta. Serve with olives and a glass of rosé for authenticity.
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