It can be hard to find SOS-free options in the breads and wraps you can buy on the shelf, so these cheeky little chickpea pancakes are such a win! They’re super simple to make and work in so many formats—definitely worth giving a go! Traditionally, these would be served as somewhat of a pizza base to be topped with tomato sauce, roasted veg, and fresh herbs. I like serving them up in little triangles alongside a curry or stew as a nice edible scooping utensil. You could also make mini ones and use them as soft tortillas!
Makes one 10” flatbread/pizza crust
1 cup chickpea flour
1 cup water
1. Place a 10-inch cast-iron skillet inside the oven and preheat it to 475°F/245°C.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the chickpea flour and water and whisk until smooth. Cover and set aside to soak for 30 minutes.
3. Using a potholder, remove the hot skillet from the oven. For a big pizza-like socca, pour the batter into the pan and bake for 17–20 minutes or until the socca is well browned and crisp around the edges.
Do not underbake; the crispier the better. You can also do smaller, individual rounds.
4. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and then use a spatula to loosen and transfer the socca from the skillet to a serving plate.
Chef’s Notes:
• You might need to adjust the water/chickpea flour ratio, but the batter should be runny and quite liquid, almost like crépe batter.
• For a bit of a twist, you could easily flavor the socca with cumin, turmeric, or paprika. Or why not add some sesame seeds for a bit of extra crunch?
Gabriela Charlotte Fraser Trained in fashion design but driven by a lifelong love of food, creativity, and connection, Gabriela has spent the past 15 years building a career that blends artistry with precision. Her journey has taken her from restaurant kitchens and private cheffing to event management, culinary consulting, and remote-destination catering across the globe. With an eye for detail and a flair for the unexpected, Gabriela brings together expressive creativity and skilled organization, crafting menus that surprise and delight and ensuring seamless execution that feels effortless from prep to plating. Every dish, every service, every experience reflects the GLOW promise: food that not only tastes remarkable, but feels beautifully considered.
When she’s not cheffing or consulting in remote venues worldwide, Gabriela can be found in the GLOW Creative Studios, where the finer details come to life, from custom uniforms and table linens to bespoke event fabrications. She has built a close-knit team that shares her signature glow—a collective of talented chefs, service staff, and others who bring warmth, professionalism, and passion to every event. Together, they are the heartbeat behind Glow Kitchens.
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