Focaccia Bread Oregano and Salt

Soft and flavorful, focaccia with oregano and salt is a great way to make Sunday lunch feel extra special. This simple herb focaccia recipe with salt and oregano has a crispy crust and a soft, fluffy inside that’s hard to resist. It’s the perfect side for a hearty beef stew. Easy to make at home, it’s sure to be a hit with everyone!

What is focaccia bread?

Focaccia bread is a popular Italian flatbread loved for its simplicity and flavor. Unlike regular bread, it’s made with just one or two types of flour and more olive oil. This extra oil in the dough gives focaccia its signature golden crust and crispy outside, while keeping it soft and flavorful on the inside.

How to make focaccia bread

In a stand mixer, mix the flour, water, yeast, and oregano on low speed for 5 minutes, until the dough starts to form. Add the olive oil and salt, and knead for another 5 minutes. Let the dough rest for 30 minutes.

Next, fold the dough with your hands to strengthen it, and let it rest for 1 hour. Repeat this folding process two more times. After that, transfer the dough to a lightly oiled container and let it rise until it doubles in size (about 2 hours). For even better results, refrigerate it overnight.

When you’re ready to bake, preheat the oven to 465°F (240°C). Place the dough on a well-oiled baking pan, make the famous dimples with your fingers, and sprinkle salt on top. Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven. Serve it warm and enjoy!

Ingredients

• Flour: Regular all-purpose flour is great for this recipe. If you want, you can choose bread or pizza flour from the store, or for a gourmet touch, use a strong flour with a protein range (W strength) between 240 and 360.
• Yeast: You can use either fresh or dry yeast. Just remember, 1 gram of dry yeast equals 3 grams of fresh yeast.
• Olive oil: Olive oil gives focaccia its rich, delicious flavor, so it’s an essential ingredient for this recipe.
• Dried oregano: Dried oregano is a classic ingredient that adds a traditional touch to focaccia bread.

Tips and tricks for the perfect Focaccia

• Don’t rush the dough. A good dough should be smooth and even, so let the mixer do its job for the right amount of time.
• Let the dough rest in a place that’s not too cold, ideally at room temperature.
• Use a marker to note the level of the dough and check when it doubles in size. That means it’s ready for the oven.
• If the dough hasn’t risen even after two hours, try moving it to a warmer place. If it still doesn’t rise, you’ll need to start over because proper rising is key to the recipe.

What to pair with focaccia bread

Focaccia makes a great side dish with hearty meals like beef stew or a light salad. If you want to make it the main dish, just slice it in half and fill it with mozzarella and prosciutto. It’s an easy but tasty way to turn focaccia into a full meal.

How to store it

Focaccia with oregano and salt will stay fresh for 2 to 3 days if stored in an airtight container. You can also freeze it: simply cut it into pieces and place it in a freezer-safe container. To enjoy later, let it defrost at room temperature, and if you like, reheat it in the oven to make it taste freshly baked again.

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