Pita Bread Recipe
Make Pita Bread Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, salt, and sugar. Whisk together until evenly mixed.
- 2
Dough Preparation
- 3
Create Dough
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the wet mixture into it. Stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic. You may need to add a little more flour if the dough is too sticky.
- 5
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
Shaping and Baking
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a baking stone or an inverted baking sheet inside to heat up.
- 7
Divide and Shape
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball, then roll each ball into a flat circle about 1/4 inch thick.
- 8
Bake Pita Bread
Carefully place the rolled-out dough onto the preheated baking stone or sheet. Bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the pita bread puffs up and is lightly golden.
- 9
Cool and Serve
Remove the pita bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack. Serve warm or store in an airtight container.
