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Pita Bread

Cultural Context

Pita bread is a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine, often served with dips like hummus or used to wrap fillings. Its origins trace back to ancient civilizations in the region, and it has become popular worldwide due to its versatility and ease of preparation.

Middle EasternEGside
45 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
180 ml lukewarm water
4 g yeast
15 ml olive oil
280 g sifted flour
6 g salt

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour is more nutritious, while all-purpose flour is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier, while vegetable oil is usually cheaper.

1

Combine 180 ml lukewarm water with 4 g yeast and let sit for 5 minutes.

2

Add 15 ml olive oil to the yeast mixture.

3

In a bowl, mix 280 g sifted flour and 6 g salt.

4

Combine the wet and dry ingredients and knead the dough until smooth.

5

Let the dough rise for 90 minutes until doubled in size.

6

Preheat the oven to 250C (480F).

7

Divide the dough into pieces and roll each into a circle of 15 cm.

8

Bake the circles for 3-4 minutes until puffed.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowloven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarianvegan

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

PitaArabic Bread

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