You can serve this OH-SO-DELICIOUS vegan focaccia bread at any get-together as a main, side or starter and this also makes a great meat-free alternative.
Focaccia Bread
This style of bread may be born in Italy, but it receives so much love all over the world. Focaccia bread is a staple in Italy with the most common flavours being rosemary or Caprese (topped with tomato, basil and mozzarella). I have many fond memories of eating focaccia for breakfast when in Italy! At home every now and then, we can’t resist baking focaccia, whether it’s traditional Rosemary and Sundried Tomato, Sun-dried tomato, Olive, Rosemary and Thyme or unusual flavoured Red Grape and Rosemary.
What is Do Pyaza/Piaza
In the Hindi language ‘Do’ translates ‘Two’ and ‘Pyaza’ means ‘Onion’. So basically in the cooking term when you add double the amount or a large number of onions, the dish is called Do Pyaza. In the recipe, onion can be added at different stages or all added the same time.
Do Pyaza/Piaza Mushroom Focaccia
This fusion bread recipe is a marriage of two cultures, Indian and Italian, both are known for their love of food and it makes an excellent dish. Do Pyaza Mushroom Focaccia is made from scratch and it has the freshest of flavours that lingers on. How you could resist a bite of this rich and indulgent bread which is amazing all around. The flavours from earthy mushrooms, sweetness from double the amount red onion and a liberal dash of fruity olive oil and some kick from dried red chillies take this focaccia to the next level. It is a super simple and straight forward recipe, just requires a little patience! We made our focaccia using the stove-top method which seemed daunting at first but we were rest assured that with the quality of the cast iron cookware, there was no risk of burning. Love mushroom or looking for a idea to finish of half a punnet of mushrooms, this Soy and Garlic Mushrooms is so easy to whip up.
Ingredients
I don’t have strong white bread flour? If strong white bread is not available in your part of the world, the best substitute for bread flour is the same amount of all-purpose flour or plain flour. In India aka Maida.
Can I use fast-action dried yeast?
Absolutely yes. This yeast is simply added straight to the flour and don’t need to prove it in the lukewarm water. 7g of fast-action dried yeast is equivalent to 7g of ordinary dried yeast or 15g of fresh yeast (In the UK you can obtain fresh yeast from any supermarket bakery, usually free of charge)
Can I use wholewheat flour to make focaccia?
Yes, you can. If you are thinking by using wholewheat for this focaccia, it will be totally healthy or guilt-free, you’re wrong. Even, wholewheat flour is a carb. However, Wholewheat flour is surely healthier than plain flour as it contains more fibre than white flour. By all means, you can use whole wheat flour, but you may not achieve the great results. The focaccia may not be as fluffy, light, pillowy and airy in texture.
Can I make Focaccia dough ahead of time rather than on the same day I want to bake?
The wonderful thing about the focaccia bread dough that you can make it ahead of time by keeping the dough in the refrigerator, covered with clingfilm for a couple of days. When decide to make, bring it out from the fridge, allow to come to room temperature before shaping allowing to rise for the second time.
How to serve Foccacia Bread?
Besides just enjoying it warm from the oven, focaccia bread can be enjoyed many ways. It’s perfect as it is with hot beverages such as tea or coffee or even with a cold milkshake. Serve this bread as a starter with an antipasti platter and cold drinks. It’s perfect for sandwiches, as the texture is so pillowy. On a cold and frosty day serve it with a hearty and delicious bowl of soup as a lunch or light supper. Or if any leftovers, make Focaccia Pizza!!!
Tips and Tricks to achieve best Focaccia Bread?
Use appropriate flour to gain soft, pillowy yet chewy focaccia. > Make sure your yeast is not out of date or stale. > To prove the yeast always use lukewarm water, if it doesn’t rise in less than 5-7 minutes discard the whole thing and make it again. > Use good quality olive oil and don’t hold back when using it. Focaccia loves olive oil. Now that frosty and bitterly cold weather upon us, why don’t you treat your family to a Do Pyaza Mushroom Focaccia bread this week. It is fun to make, easy and delicious!! You may want to check out our other Italian recipes Vegan white bean bruschetta Vegan Pistachio Olive Oil Cake Avocado Gelato Do you like to read our blog? Then don’t forget to sign up for email updates to get new recipes delivered right to your inbox. You can find us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest. Do follow us if you can. We would love to keep in touch with you all:)
