April 9, 2025RECIPES
Istrian Flatbread
PREPARATION TIME: 2.5 hours (including rising)
DIFFICULTY: Moderate
Ingredients
- 500 g all-purpose flour
- 1 packet dry yeast (7 g)
- 250 ml lukewarm water
- 2 tablespoons BUŽA olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 small red onion, finely sliced
- 1 tablespoon chopped rosemary or thyme (optional)
- Coarse sea salt for topping
Preparation
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In a bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water and let rest for 10 minutes.
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In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and olive oil, then knead into a smooth dough.
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Cover and let rise for 1 hour in a warm place.
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Preheat oven to 200°C. Roll the dough into a flat round shape and place it on a baking tray.
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Press thin onion slices gently into the dough. Optionally, add rosemary or thyme. Drizzle generously with olive oil and sprinkle with coarse salt.
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Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden. Serve warm with cheese, prosciutto, or alone.
Now you’ve made Istrian Flatbread — rustic, fragrant, and perfect for sharing.
Recommended products
We recommend using these products for this recipe:
BUŽA OIL
22,00 €
ORGANIC OIL
22,00 €
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