Liguria — Street Food & Fritti
Pouring too thick (should be paper-thin). Oven not hot enough (won't crisp properly). Skipping the batter rest. Not using enough olive oil. Serving cold or lukewarm. Using a regular baking sheet instead of copper.
Pouring too thick (should be paper-thin). Oven not hot enough (won't crisp properly). Skipping the batter rest. Not using enough olive oil. Serving cold or lukewarm. Using a regular baking sheet instead of copper.
Farinata connects to similar techniques: Niçoise socca (direct relative), Palermitan panelle (chickpea fritter), Indian chilla/besan cheela (chickpea pancake).
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