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Fainá

Name: Fainá
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: fusion
Ingredients: 200 g Chickpea Flour; 600 ml Water; 4 tablespoons Olive Oil; To taste Salt; To taste Pepper

A classic Argentinian side from TheMealDB community kitchen — straightforward technique, real ingredients.

Updated April 25, 2026

min total

servings

112

cal / serving

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Origin

Categorized as Argentinian Side in TheMealDB. Original source: https://www.munchery.com/blog/the-ten-iconic-dishes-of-argentina-and-how-to-cook-them-at-home/

Ingredients

200 gChickpea Flour
600 mlWater
4 tablespoonsOlive Oil
To tasteSalt
To tastePepper

Instructions

01
Prepare the Batter: Whisk together chickpea flour, water, salt, and pepper. Let sit for at least 4 hours.
02
Bake: Preheat the oven to 220°C (430°F). Pour olive oil into a round baking dish and heat in the oven. Pour in the batter and bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden.
03
Serve: Slice and serve hot, optionally with black pepper on top.
04
Pro Tips:
05
Let the batter rest for at least 2 hours, or overnight in the refrigerator, to ensure the chickpea flour fully hydrates and the flavors meld.
06
For a crispy edge, preheat the baking pan with oil in the oven before adding the batter.