Farinata
A thin, crispy Ligurian flatbread made from chickpea flour, water, olive oil, and salt, baked in a very hot wood-fired oven in a large copper pan until the edges are crispy and the center is custardy.
Allergen data cross-referenced against published allergen databases.
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The full allergen breakdown is below. Select your restrictions to see a personalized safety status.
Full allergen breakdown
Ingredients
- chickpea flour
- water
- extra virgin olive oil
- salt
Hidden Ingredients
These ingredients are not typically listed on menus but are present in traditional preparations.
- no hidden allergens in traditional farinata
- sold in bakeries alongside wheat products (cross-contamination possible)
- some modern versions add rosemary, black pepper, or onion
Allergen Breakdown
Dairy-Free
Likely OKNo dairy in farinata.
Gluten-Free
Likely OKMade from chickpea flour. No wheat. Cross-contamination risk in bakeries.
Peanut-Free
Likely OKNo peanuts in farinata.
Tree Nut-Free
Likely OKNo tree nuts in farinata.
Shellfish-Free
Likely OKNo shellfish in farinata.
Egg-Free
Likely OKNo eggs in farinata.
Fish-Free
Likely OKNo fish in farinata.
Soy-Free
Likely OKNo soy in farinata.
Sesame-Free
Likely OKNo sesame in standard farinata.
Vegetarian
Likely OKFully vegan.
| Restriction | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dairy-Free | Likely OK | No dairy in farinata. |
| Gluten-Free | Likely OK | Made from chickpea flour. No wheat. Cross-contamination risk in bakeries. |
| Peanut-Free | Likely OK | No peanuts in farinata. |
| Tree Nut-Free | Likely OK | No tree nuts in farinata. |
| Shellfish-Free | Likely OK | No shellfish in farinata. |
| Egg-Free | Likely OK | No eggs in farinata. |
| Fish-Free | Likely OK | No fish in farinata. |
| Soy-Free | Likely OK | No soy in farinata. |
| Sesame-Free | Likely OK | No sesame in standard farinata. |
| Vegetarian | Likely OK | Fully vegan. |
Key risk: Farinata is one of Italy's most allergen-friendly foods. Chickpea flour contains no gluten, dairy, eggs, or nuts. It is naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, vegan, and nut-free. The only risk is cross-contamination in bakeries that also handle wheat.
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