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Shawarma Bread

Cultural Context

Shawarma bread, often known as pita, has its roots in the Middle East, particularly Lebanon, where it serves as a staple for wrapping various fillings. This bread is traditionally enjoyed with shawarma, a popular street food made from marinated meats. The soft, pocket-like structure of the bread makes it perfect for holding flavorful fillings, and it has become a beloved component of many global cuisines, often adapted for different fillings and toppings.

LebaneseLBother
45 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
3 cups All-purpose flour
2 tbsp All-purpose flour for dusting
2 tsp Baking powder
2 tsp White sugar
1/4 tsp Salt
1/4 cup Vegetable shortening
1 cup Warm water

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier while vegetable oil is often less expensive.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is a cost-effective alternative.

yeast

💰Cheaper: sourdough starter

Sourdough starter can be a cost-effective leavening agent.

1

Mix 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 tsp baking powder, 2 tsp white sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt in a large bowl.

2

Add 1 cup of warm water and 1/4 cup of vegetable shortening to the flour mixture.

3

Knead the dough until smooth.

4

Let the dough rest and rise until doubled in size.

5

Preheat the oven to a suitable temperature for baking bread.

6

Divide the dough into equal portions and roll each into a round shape.

7

Bake the rolled dough until puffed and lightly browned.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingbaking

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

Pita BreadArabic Bread

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