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Nutritional Values
250kcal
10gProtein
35gCarbs
8gFat
5gFibre
250 gServing
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Socca
How to order / say it
Say it
Socca — [SOH-kah]
Order
I'd like the Socca, please.
Locally
Je voudrais la Socca, s'il vous plaît.
Say locally
A crispy chickpea flour pancake, a street food delicacy.
Why try it?
Socca embodies the spirit of casual Provençal dining and shared experiences. As a popular street food in Cannes, it reflects the simple pleasures found in everyday local gatherings and markets.
How it tastes
Socca is crispy on the outside with a slightly soft, creamy center. It has a nutty flavor from the chickpea flour and is often enjoyed straight from the oven, sprinkled with a touch of pepper.
Origin & History — first documented: 1850
Socca originated in the mid-19th century along the Ligurian coast, quickly becoming a staple street food. Its use of chickpeas—affordable and abundant—made it a popular choice among locals seeking inexpensive nourishment.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🫘 200 g chickpea flour
- 🥕 500 ml water
- 🫒 3 tbsp olive oil
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
- 🧂 1/2 tsp black pepper
Method
- 1 Mix chickpea flour, water, salt, and 2 tbsp olive oil into a batter.
- 2 Preheat oven and a cast-iron skillet.
- 3 Pour batter into skillet, then drizzle remaining oil on top.
- 4 Bake until edges are golden and crispy. Season with pepper.
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