Pita Bread
Soft, fluffy homemade pita bread that puffs up in the oven, perfect for sandwiches or dipping.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 250
- Protein
- 7g
comfortingMiddle Easternveganvegetarianlow-proteinsoftchewyeveryday
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, mix 1 tsp yeast, 1 tsp sugar, and 0.75 cup warm water. Let sit until foamy, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Add 2 cups flour, 1 tsp salt, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Stir until a shaggy dough forms, then knead on a floured surface until smooth, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Divide dough into 4 balls. Roll each into a 6-inch circle, about 1/4 inch thick.
- 4
Heat a dry skillet over high heat. Cook each pita for 1-2 minutes per side, until puffed and golden spots appear.
- 5
Wrap cooked pitas in a clean towel to keep soft. Serve warm.
Tools you’ll need
- Large bowl
- Rolling pin
- Skillet
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