Perfect Pita: Versatile Flatbread Delight
Description
Discover the endless possibilities with our perfect pita bread! This soft, slightly chewy flatbread is baked to golden perfection and features a convenient pocket, ready to be filled with your favorite ingredients. Ideal for wraps, sandwiches, or as a side for dips like hummus and tzatziki, our pita bread is a versatile staple that adds a Mediterranean touch to any meal. Enjoy the simple, wholesome goodness of this beloved flatbread and let your culinary creativity shine with every bite.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 teaspoons • active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 1/2 cups • warm water (110°F or 45°C) (360ml)
- 1 teaspoon • sugar
- 3 1/2 cups • all-purpose flour (420g)
- 1 teaspoon • salt
- 2 tablespoons • olive oil
Instructions
- 1. In a large bowl, combine the yeast, warm water, and sugar. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- 2. Add the flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- 5. Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). Place a baking stone or inverted baking sheet in the oven to heat.
- 6. Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and then flatten into a disk about 1/4 inch thick.
- 7. Place the disks on a lightly floured surface and cover with a damp towel. Let rest for 10-15 minutes.
- 8. Transfer the disks to the hot baking stone or sheet. Bake for 3-5 minutes, or until the pitas puff up and are lightly browned.
- 9. Remove from the oven and wrap the pitas in a clean kitchen towel to keep them soft.
- 10. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Flatbread, Pocket, Mediterranean, Versatile, Chewy
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