FOCACCIA
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Focaccia by Merry.ig
Finally able to share the focaccia recipe. The first time I tried it, I was amazed by the taste. Very savory, crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside.
This immediately became my fav bread sih✨️ The ingredients are simple. It just takes a long time to make, because you have to rest it a few times to get the bubble. But believe me, it’s totally worth the effort🥰 Another tip is, don’t be stingy with olive oil. That’s what makes it crunchy and savory🥰 Good luck🥰🥰FOCACCIA
Ingredients:
– 470g warm water
– 2 tsp salt
– 2 tsp instant yeast
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 560g high-protein flour
– 2 tbsp granulated sugar
– Additional olive oil for coating
– Cherry tomatoes and rosemary for topping
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Instructions:
1. Mixing the Dough:
• In a large bowl, combine warm water, salt, instant yeast, and sugar. Stir until dissolved.
• Add the flour and 2 tbsp of olive oil. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
• Cover the bowl with a cloth or plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.
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2. Stretch and Fold Technique:
• After 30 minutes, perform the stretch and fold technique. Gently pull one side of the dough and fold it over the top. Repeat on all four sides.
• Cover the dough again and let it rest for another 30 minutes.
• Repeat the stretch and fold process three more times, letting the dough rest for 30 minutes between each set.
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3. Shaping the Dough:
• After the final rest, transfer the dough to a baking tray that has been generously coated with olive oil.
• Drizzle additional olive oil over the top of the dough.
• Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rise for 1 hour.
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4. Preparing for Baking:
• Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F).
• Wet your hands with olive oil and use your fingers to create dimples all over the surface of the dough.
• Arrange cherry tomatoes and rosemary on top as desired.
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5. Baking:
• Bake in the preheated oven for 20-22 minutes, or until the focaccia is golden brown and cooked through
