Focaccia with Black Olives and Garlic
“A savory Italian flatbread infused with garlic and topped with black olives, perfect as an appetizer or side dish.”
Focaccia
Garlic
Olive Oil
Rosemary
Flour
YeastWhere it comes from
Focaccia with Black Olives and Garlic is an Italian flatbread that embodies the simplicity and freshness of Mediterranean cooking. This dish has ancient roots, often associated with the rustic breads of Italy, and is particularly famous in regions like Liguria. The delightful combination of olives and garlic not only enhances the flavor but also reflects the Italian adage that great food can be made with just a few quality ingredients.
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Ingredients
Serves 8
How it's made
4 steps · Show ↓40 min active · 60 min waiting
How it's made
4 steps · Show ↓- 110 min
In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, and salt. Slowly add water while mixing with your hands until a shaggy dough forms. Knead on a floured surface until smooth and elastic.
- 20 min
Drizzle olive oil into a clean bowl, place the dough inside, and cover. Let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size.
Watch outEnsure the dough doubles in size — this is crucial for the airy texture of the focaccia.
- 310 min
Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F). Stretch the dough onto an oiled baking sheet, pressing it out to the edges. Dimple the surface with your fingers, then scatter sliced black olives, minced garlic, and rosemary over the top.
- 420 min
Drizzle with more olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt. Bake until golden brown and crisp on the edges, about 20 minutes.
