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Traditional Dalmatian Soparnik (Thin Swiss Chard, Olive Oil and Garlic Flat Pie)
Dalmatian UNESCO-protected culinary treasure: an ultra-thin blistered flat pie filled with tender Swiss chard, red onions, and parsley, brushed generously upon baking with garlic-infused olive oil.
Prep
25 min
Cook
20 min
Total
45 min
Oven
220°C (200°C vent.)
Ingredients
servings
6
- All-purpose wheat flour350 g
- Fresh Swiss chard leaves, washed and thinly shredded500 g
- Red onion, finely chopped1 pc
- Extra virgin olive oil60 ml
- Garlic cloves, finely crushed4 clove
- Fresh parsley, chopped2 tbsp
- Salt1 tsp
Preparation Steps
1
Knead flour with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 180 ml warm water into a smooth, elastic dough. Divide into 2 balls and rest for 20 minutes.
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2
Thoroughly dry shredded chard leaves, toss raw with chopped red onion, parsley, 1 tbsp olive oil, and a pinch of salt.
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3
Roll bottom dough paper-thin into a 35-cm circle on baking sheet. Spread chard filling, drape second thin dough over it, and roll edges inward to seal tightly. Bake at 220°C (425°F) for 18-20 minutes until blistered and golden. Brush immediately with crushed garlic in olive oil, then slice into traditional diamond shapes.
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Nutrition Facts
per servingCalories
260
Protein
6g
Carbohydrates
36g
Fat
11g
Allergens
Gluten
*estimated values per serving
Provenance & Public Domain Audit
Source: European Traditional Culinary Archives / USDA Public Domain Collection (United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) & European Gastronomic Archives)
Legal status: Public Domain (17 U.S.C. § 105) • 17 U.S.C. § 105
License: Creative Commons CC0 1.0 Universal
