Looking for a delicious and easy homemade pita bread recipe? Look no further! This recipe is perfect for beginners and yields fluffy, tender pita bread that's perfect for stuffing with your favorite fillings.
Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1 Tbsp. sugar
- 2 1/4 tsp. active dry yeast
- 1 1/4 cups warm water
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
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Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, sugar, and yeast.
- Add the warm water and olive oil to the bowl and mix until the dough comes together.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a kitchen towel. Let it rise for about an hour, until it has doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces.
- Roll each piece into a ball and then flatten it into a disk shape with a rolling pin.
- Place the disks onto a baking sheet and let them rise for another 10 minutes.
- Bake the pitas for 5-7 minutes, until they have puffed up and are slightly browned on top.
- Remove the pitas from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
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Enjoy Your Homemade Pita Bread!
Now that you have your homemade pita bread, you can stuff it with your favorite fillings like falafel, hummus, or grilled chicken. This recipe is perfect for meal prep, as you can make a batch of pitas and store them in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer for later use.
