Homemade Pita Bread
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Rising Time
2 hrs 20 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
12 pita breads
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Calories
259 kcal
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Cuisine
Middle Eastern
Homemade Pita Bread
Description
Homemade Pita Bread involves creating a yeast sponge with warm water, yeast, sugar, and some flour, which helps start fermentation and flavor development. Gradually adding more flour and salt results in a smooth, elastic dough, which is left to rise until doubled. After dividing and shaping the dough into rounds, a brief second rise allows further leavening. The breads cook on a very hot baking stone or sheet, which quickly puffs them up, forming the classic hollow interior. Wrapping them in a towel immediately after baking helps keep them soft and prevents drying.
The pitas have a tender texture and mild flavor with a hint of olive oil. Their pocket form makes them ideal for sandwiches, dips, or serving alongside Middle Eastern dishes.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon instant dry yeast or active dry yeast
- 2 1/2 cups water warm
- 1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 6 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the yeast, water, sugar, and 3 cups of the flour to form a sponge. Let the sponge rest for 10 minutes. Mix in the salt and 2 tablespoons of the olive oil.
- Add the remaining 3 cups of flour a little at a time until the dough forms a nice ball. Knead on a medium speed for 5 minutes. It should get nice and smooth, shiny, and elastic.
- Use the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to oil a large bowl. Roll the dough in the oil, put it in the bowl, cover with a towel and let rise for 2 hours.
- Preheat an oven to 500 degrees with a baking stone (if you don't have one, just put a baking sheet in the middle).
- Divide the dough into 12 pieces. Roll into 8-inch rounds. Let the rounds rise for 20 min. Just before cooking, roll each piece out into an 8-inch circle.
- Cook in batches 2 at a time on the baking stone. They should puff up and brown in 3-5 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and wrap them in a clean dish towel and put them in a plastic bag to keep them soft and pliable.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12pita breads
Amount Per Serving
Calories 259 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 259kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 47g | 16% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Sodium | 294mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 70mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 2.9mg | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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