Rice Free Classic Fougasse
This Provençal flatbread is one of those showstopper bakes that looks far more impressive than the effort it actually demands. The dough comes together with just flour, yeast, olive oil, and sea salt, then gets pressed into that iconic leaf shape with slashes pulled open to create the signature lacy, crispy edges. A final brush of olive oil and a scatter of flaky salt — with optional rosemary — gives the crust a gorgeous, fragrant finish straight from the oven. For anyone avoiding rice and rice-derived ingredients, this is a completely clean bake with zero hidden fillers or grain blends to second-guess. Every ingredient is exactly what it says it is, which makes it a genuinely satisfying loaf to pull together with confidence. Tear it warm at the table alongside soups, dips, or a good cheese board and watch it disappear in minutes.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
6 servings
For the dough
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 standard packet)
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
- ¾ cup warm water (105–110°f / 40–43°c)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for the bowl
For finishing
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp flaky sea salt
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir briefly and let stand for 5–8 minutes, until the surface is foamy and the mixture smells yeasty.
- 2
Add the 3 tbsp olive oil and fine sea salt to the yeast mixture and stir to combine. Add the flour all at once and stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms and no dry flour remains.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!