Name: Pita Bread
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: . Liquid Ingredients; 1 cup warm water ((237g)); 2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast ((1 packet)); 1 teaspoon granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon fine sea salt; 1 Tablespoon olive oil; . Dry Ingredients; 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour ((281g))

Welcome to your next baking adventure! Making Pita Bread at home is not only fun but also incredibly rewarding. Let's dive into this delightful recipe!

Tips for Perfect Pitas

This part’s so satisfying — watching your dough rise and transform into fluffy pockets of goodness!

Why You’ll Love This

Freshly baked pita bread is perfect for dipping, stuffing, or enjoying on its own. You’ve got to try this one!

Ingredients

Liquid Ingredients:
1 cup warm water ((237g))
2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast ((1 packet))
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 Tablespoon olive oil
Dry Ingredients:
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour ((281g))

Instructions

Make the Dough:
Step 1

Mix water, yeast, sugar, salt, olive oil, and 1 cup of flour together. Add more flour, a little at a time, until the dough comes together but is still a little sticky. Flour your hands and knead it in the bowl for a minute or so until it's smooth. The dough should be very soft and not overly sticky.
Step 2

Place dough in a well-greased bowl, cover, and rest for 40 minutes (or refrigerate until ready to use).
Step 3

Divide dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll out each piece into a very thin circle.
Step 4

Heat a griddle or large skillet over medium high heat. Once the pan is hot, lightly grease the pan with oil and lay pitas flat. Cook for 2 minutes, or until lightly golden on the bottom. Flip and cook for another minute or so, then remove from heat and place inside a clean, dry kitchen towel to keep warm while you cook remaining pitas.
Step 5

Store leftover cooked pitas in an airtight container at room temp for 2-3 days, in the fridge for 5 days, or freeze (see notes). Leftover pitas can also be made into pita chips (see notes).

Nutrition

Calories: 150, Fat: 2g, Carbs: 28g, Protein: 5g

Cooking techniques

Kneading the dough is essential for developing gluten, which gives the pita its structure. Keep an eye on the cooking time to ensure they puff up perfectly!

Variations or substitutions

Try adding herbs or spices to the dough for a flavorful twist! Substitute whole wheat flour for a healthier option.

Storage tips

To keep your pitas fresh, store them in a sealed container. For long-term storage, freeze them and reheat as needed.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider brushing the pitas with garlic-infused olive oil before serving. Enjoy your homemade bread!