Saleh’s Plate · By Saleh Alkhalifa

Skillet-Baked Focaccia Bread

Cook Skillet-Baked Focaccia Bread with Saleh’s Plate.

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
  • ¾ cup (180ml) warm water (110°F/45°C)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (plus extra for topping)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano (optional)
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 tsp coarse sea salt

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and 1 tbsp olive oil. Mix until a dough forms, then knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
  3. Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.
  4. Grease a cast-iron skillet with olive oil. Stretch and press the dough into the skillet, dimpling the surface with your fingers.
  5. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Drizzle dough with olive oil, sprinkle with rosemary and sea salt. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Let cool slightly, then slice and enjoy!