Fainá
A traditional Argentine chickpea flour flatbread with a crisp golden edge and tender center.
- 4 hr 40 min
- 210 kcal
- Vegan
- Argentinian
- Side dish
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Mellowpan tip: Makes 6 servings. Plan the extras as tomorrow’s lunch.

Ingredients
For 6 servings
Tap what you already have.
Steps
-
Step 1:
Whisk together the chickpea flour, water, salt, and pepper to make the batter.
-
Step 2:
Let the batter sit for at least 4 hours.
4 h -
Step 3:
Preheat the oven to 220°C (430°F).
-
Step 4:
Pour the olive oil into a round baking dish and heat the dish in the oven.
-
Step 5:
Pour the batter into the hot dish and bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden.
25–30 min -
Step 6:
Slice and serve hot, optionally topped with black pepper.
-
Step 7:
For best hydration and flavor, the batter may also rest for at least 2 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
2 h -
Step 8:
For a crisp edge, preheat the baking pan with the oil in the oven before adding the batter.








