Bogdi

Focaccia

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Ingredients

  • 512g 00 flour
  • 10g salt
  • 8g yeast
  • 455g water

Instructions

  • Heat the water to 33°C, then add the yeast, stir until dissolved and let it sit for 10 minutes.

  • Mix the flour and salt.

  • Add the water and yeast mixture to a dough mixer and mix until a dough forms (about 10 minutes).

  • Oil a bowl and transfer the dough. Cover with plastic wrap and let the dough ferment at room temperature for 1 hour.

  • When the dough has doubled in size, deflate and fold the dough 4-6 times.

  • Leave the dough in the fridge for 24-72 hours.

  • After taking out of the fridge, let it rest for 1 hour, then deflate and fold the dough 4-6 times.

  • Oil a baking tray and transfer the dough.

  • Let the dough ferment some more at room temperature for 4-8 hours.

  • Press your fingers into the dough to dimple it and create a pattern. Sprinkle with salt and add a drizzle of olive oil.

  • Bake the focaccia at 220°C for 30 minutes.

  • Focaccia can be also sprinkled with sundried tomatoes, olives, rosemary or other herbs.