Pita Bread From Scratch

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How to Make Pita Bread from Scratch

Welcome to this short tutorial on making delicious homemade pita bread! Pita bread is a soft and chewy flatbread that can be stuffed with your favorite fillings or used as a side for dips. This guide will walk you through the process step by step.

Ingredients

To make pita bread, you will need the following ingredients:

- 2 Tablespoons of active dry yeast
- 2 Tablespoons of sugar
- 3-4 cups of warm water (approximately 110°F)
- 8 cups of all-purpose flour (a little extra for dusting)
- 2 Tablespoons of salt
- 2 Tablespoons of olive oil

Equipment

- Mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon or dough hook
- Rolling pin
- Cast Iron Skillet
- Clean kitchen towel

*Instructions

Step 1: Make the Dough

1. Add the flour, salt, sugar, and yeast.
2. Add warm water.
3. Mix with a wooden spoon or dough hook until a ball of dough forms.
4. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes on a floured surface until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 2: First Rise

1. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning it to coat all sides.
2. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1–1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 3: Shape the Pitas

1. Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces.
2. Roll each piece into a ball and then flatten it with a rolling pin into a circle.

Step 4: Cook Pitas

1. Place the rolled-out dough onto a baking sheet and let sit for 5 mins before cooking.
2. Bake for 3-5 minutes until the pitas puff up and lightly brown.
3. Remove from the skillet and wrap the pitas in a clean kitchen towel to keep them soft.

Serving Suggestions

Your homemade pita bread is now ready to enjoy! Here are a few serving ideas:

- **Stuffed Pitas:** Fill with falafel, hummus, and fresh veggies.
- **Dip Companion:** hummus, baba ghanoush, or your favorite dips.
- **Sandwich Wraps:** Use as a base for delicious sandwich fillings.

I hope you enjoy your homemade pita bread, and feel free to experiment with different fillings and toppings to suit your taste!

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