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Greek Pita Bread Made at Home - Grilled Flatbread for Dips, Gyros, Shawarma, Doner & Souvlaki

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Greek Pita Bread

Cultural Context

Pita bread has its roots in the Mediterranean, particularly in Greece, where it has been a staple for centuries. Traditionally, it is used to accompany various dishes, including gyros and souvlaki, making it an integral part of Greek cuisine. Today, pita bread is enjoyed worldwide, often filled with a variety of ingredients, showcasing its versatility and appeal.

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6 servings
Servings4
480 ml (2 cups) water at room temperature
9 grams (2 teaspoons) instant yeast
8 grams (2 teaspoons) sugar
640 grams (5 cups) all purpose flour (high gluten preferably)
11 grams (2 teaspoons) salt
50 ml (4 tablespoons) extra virgin Greek olive oil
1

Mix the water, instant yeast, and sugar in a bowl and let it sit until bubbly.

2

Add the flour, salt, and olive oil to the mixture and knead until a smooth dough forms.

3

Let the dough rise until doubled in size.

4

Divide the dough into portions and roll them out into flat rounds.

5

Preheat a cast iron skillet and cook the pita bread until puffed and lightly browned on both sides.

Equipment Needed

cast iron skillet

Dietary

vegetarianplant-baseddairy-freeegg-free

Allergens

glutenmilk

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