Description
Rustic Italian scarpaccia celebrates simplicity with layers of golden bell peppers and caramelized onions nestled in a crisp, herb-infused flatbread. Garden-fresh ingredients and traditional techniques invite you to savor an authentic slice of countryside comfort straight from Italy’s culinary heart.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 5 small or 2 large red onions, thinly sliced
- 2 large bell peppers (any color), thinly sliced
Dough Ingredients:
- 1 1/3 cups (315 ml) all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) all-purpose flour
- 5 tablespoons (75 ml) cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Liquid and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup (180 ml) water
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, to taste
- Cornmeal, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 390F and prepare a large baking pan with parchment paper dusted with cornmeal.
- Combine flour, cornmeal, and thyme in a spacious mixing bowl, seasoning with salt and black pepper to enhance the base flavor profile.
- Incorporate sliced onions and bell peppers into the dry ingredients, ensuring each vegetable piece is thoroughly coated.
- Gradually introduce water while stirring, transforming the mixture into a cohesive, thick batter with a smooth consistency.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan, using gentle pressure to distribute it evenly and create a uniform surface.
- Enhance the scarpaccia by drizzling olive oil across the top and sprinkling additional cornmeal and salt for a crisp, textured finish.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, watching for a rich golden-brown coloration that indicates perfect doneness.
- Remove from the oven and allow the scarpaccia to rest and cool for 15 minutes, which helps set the texture and makes slicing easier.
- Slice and serve the scarpaccia warm, showcasing the rustic Italian vegetable flatbread’s vibrant colors and aromatic herbs.
Notes
- Adjust vegetable thickness for consistent cooking by slicing onions and bell peppers uniformly to ensure even baking and crispy texture.
- Enhance flavor profile by using fresh thyme instead of dried herbs, which provides more vibrant and aromatic notes to the scarpaccia.
- Experiment with alternative flour options like gluten-free flour or whole wheat flour to accommodate different dietary needs while maintaining the dish’s authentic Italian character.
- Control moisture content by gently patting vegetables dry before mixing to prevent soggy bottom and achieve a crisp, golden-brown surface during baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 176 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg