Olive oil coca, a recipe that anyone can make
There are days when you want to cook something different and get out of the routine, doesn’t it happen to you? They do not have to be very elaborate preparations; On the contrary, if it is something simple and versatile, much better.
Thinking about this, we have thought of a Recipe that smells like childhood And that I’m sure you’ve ever tried: olive oil coca. How rich! alone or accompanied, with sweet or savory toppings, for snacking, lunch or dinner… always delicious, and it is very easy to do!
In case you still don’t know coca from oil, it is a type of characteristic bread of Mediterranean cuisine which is eaten especially in Catalonia, the Valencian Community and Aragon. We recommend you try it!
Or better yet: why not do it yourself? In this post we are going to give you the keys to prepare a coke of oil Crisp on the outside and very tender on the inside. Take the apron and… go for it!
Ingredients (for 4 people)
- Wheat flour: 250 grams
- Water: 150 ml
- Arbequina Extra Virgin Olive Oil: 75 ml
- Sugar: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Fresh yeast: 10 grams
How to make coca from oil and salt step by step
Do you already have all the ingredients prepared to make your coca with oil and salt? Perfect, then let’s get to work! These are the instructions you should follow:
1. Prepare the dough
Of course, the first step in this recipe is going to be the elaboration of the dough. To do this, you will need a Big bowl. Mix the flour there with the salt, sugar and yeast.
Then, it will be the turn of our beloved liquid gold. Little by little, add about 50 ml of olive oil and stir well with a wooden spoon until the dough acquires a homogeneous consistency.
2. Knead well
It’s time to knead! Make it on a flat, lightly floured surface. The goal is to achieve a smooth and elastic dough.
What is too sticky? In that case, add a little more flour. What has been very dry? Well, pour water on it!
3. Let it grow
Have you kneaded enough? Form a ball with the dough and put it in a bowl moistened with a little EVOO. Cover it with a damp cloth and let it sit in a warm place.
How long? Well, about an hour, until it has doubled in size.
4. Form coke
If it’s already grown, it’s your turn to knead it slightly. later, Extend it with the help of a roller. Form a rectangle or a circle, whatever you want! The thing is, you should have some 5 millimeters thick.
5. To bake!
There is very little left to enjoy your coca of crispy oil. There is desire, right? first you will have to Preheat the oven to about 200ºC.
Place the spread out on a baking sheet covered with baking paper. Water it with a little EVOO on top, it will give it a spectacular touch!
Finally, Bake your coke for about 20 or 25 minutes, or until you see that the edges are golden and crispy!
It’s been easy, right? Remember that you must let it cool for a while before cutting it into portions and finally enjoy it.
Okay, and with what can you eat this delight? If you are more of salty, combine it a little tomato, pepper, onion and some olives. You will love it! And, if you like sweets, try pouring sugar on top and eating it with chocolate. The best snack possible!
As you can see, an olive oil coca is perfect as an appetizer, starter or even as a main dish, accompanied by a Fresh smoked and avocado salad. But It is important that you always prepare it with quality ingredients, like him Beloleum olive oil. There is no other like it, try it and tell us!
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