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Olive Oil Crackers with Sea Salt and Herbs – From a Legendary London Café


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  • Author: Adapted from Ottolenghi, The Cookbook
  • Total Time: 36 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

These Olive Oil Crackers are shatteringly crisp and paper-thin, topped with sea salt and herbs for a gourmet touch.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (200g) all purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup (115ml) water
  • 2 ½ tablespoons (25ml) extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for brushing
  • teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • flaky salt, I use Maldon
  • fresh herbs, dried herbs, poppy seeds sesame seeds, dried spices, za’atar are some of the endless possibilities for toppings


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the flour, baking powder, water, olive oil, and fine sea salt. Mix using a dough hook or by hand for 5-6 minutes until the dough comes together and is smooth.
  3. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and divide it into four equal pieces. Roll each piece out as thinly as possible, aiming for paper-thin sheets.
  4. Place the rolled-out dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Brush lightly with extra olive oil and sprinkle with your choice of fresh thyme, Herbes de Provence, or za’atar.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 5-6 minutes, or until the crackers are golden brown and crisp.
  6. Remove from the oven and allow to cool on a wire rack. Break into pieces and serve.

Notes

These crackers are perfect as an appetizer with salsa or hummus, or as a light snack. They can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week. Feel free to experiment with different herbs and spices for varied flavors.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 0
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 5
  • Carbohydrates: 22
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 3
  • Cholesterol: 0