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Baklava Me Arra Elizabeth Milicaj
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Pita

Cultural Context

Pita bread is a staple in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines, often used to scoop up dips or as a wrap for various fillings. In Croatia, it is enjoyed in various forms, often accompanying traditional dishes. The versatility of pita has led to its global popularity, with many variations found worldwide, including whole wheat and gluten-free options.

MediterraneanHRother
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups whole milk
2 tablespoons dry yeast
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
4 cups all purpose flour
2 egg yolks
2 tablespoons olive oil

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil provides healthy fats while vegetable oil is more economical.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is the most economical option.

1

Warm the milk and whisk in the dry yeast and sugar until dissolved. Let it stand for 5 minutes.

2

Add salt to the yeast mixture.

3

In a mixing bowl, combine the yeast mixture with the flour until a dough forms, ensuring it is not too tight.

4

Cover the dough and let it rise for 30 minutes.

5

Flour your working surface well and turn out the dough.

6

Cut the dough into approximately 12 equal pieces.

7

Place the round dough on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving about 3 inches apart.

8

Cover the dough with a kitchen towel and let them rise again.

9

Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).

10

Wet your fingers and spread the dough by pressing down with your fingertips.

11

Mix the egg yolks and olive oil together and brush over the top of the dough.

12

Sprinkle with everything bagel topping or sesame seeds if desired.

13

Bake until golden, then remove and serve hot or warm.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingbaking

Equipment Needed

dip bowlmixing bowlcookie sheetoven

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Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

Pita BreadPita Loaf

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