Pita Bag Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pita Bread
Filling
Method
Making the Pita Bread
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (110°F/43°C) with sugar and yeast. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Mix Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Once the yeast is activated, add it to the flour mixture along with olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 5
Shape Pitas
Once risen, punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and then flatten into a disc about 1/4 inch thick.
- 6
Cook Pitas
Preheat an oven to 475°F (245°C) with a baking stone or a baking sheet inside. Place the discs on the hot surface and bake for 5-7 minutes until they puff up and are lightly browned.
Preparing the Filling
- 7
Prepare Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, diced cucumber, diced tomato, sliced red onion, hummus, and crumbled feta cheese.
- 8
Season Filling
Add chopped parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the mixture. Toss everything together until well combined.
Assembling the Pita Bag
- 9
Fill Pitas
Take a warm pita bread and carefully cut it in half to create a pocket. Fill each pocket generously with the prepared filling.
- 10
Serve
Serve the pita bags immediately, garnished with extra parsley if desired. Enjoy!