FAINÁ DE PIZZERIA - pizzeria style fainá

Fainá is a thin unleavened traditional flatbread made from chickpea flour. Originally from the north west Mediterranean, it’s very popular in Argentina and Uruguay, and you can find it in most pizzerias. It’s rich in protein and gluten free, and can be eaten on its own or, more commonly, on top of pizza.

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

In a large bowl add the water, salt, chimichurri, freshly ground toasted black pepper (if using) and egg, and mix well with a whisk.

Step 2

Fold a tea towel in 4 and place the bowl on top so it doesn’t move around. While constantly whisking with one hand, with the other hand sieve in the gram flour, adding it slowly while whisking it in, to prevent forming lumps. You should end up with a very thin batter.

Step 3

Cover the bowl and place it in the fridge for at least 2 hours (ideally overnight) to allow the gram flour to hydrate and dissolve.