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Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
Method
Mixing the Dough
- 1
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, sugar, and instant yeast until well combined.
- 2
Add Wet Ingredients
Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the warm water and olive oil.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Mix the ingredients together until a shaggy dough forms. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Proofing the Dough
- 4
First Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
Shaping and Baking
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a baking stone or an inverted baking sheet in the oven to heat.
- 6
Divide and Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 10 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and then flatten it into a disc about 1/4 inch thick.
- 7
Bake the Pitas
Carefully place the discs onto the hot baking stone or baking sheet and bake for about 5-7 minutes or until they puff up and are lightly golden.
- 8
Cool the Pitas
Remove the pitas from the oven and cool them on a wire rack. Serve warm or store in an airtight container.
