Best 3 Better Than Pita Grill Bread Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, pita bread stands tall as an iconic flatbread that has tantalized taste buds for centuries. Its soft and fluffy interior, perfectly complemented by a crispy exterior, has made it a staple in various cuisines around the world. However, achieving the perfect pita bread at home can often be a daunting task, leaving many home cooks yearning for the authentic taste and texture of their favorite pita grill bread. In this comprehensive guide, we will embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets behind crafting exceptional pita bread that surpasses even the renowned pita grill bread. Through a careful exploration of ingredients, techniques, and essential tips, we will unlock the secrets to creating the perfect pita bread that will elevate your culinary repertoire and satisfy your taste buds like never before.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BETTER-THAN-PITA GRILL BREAD



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Yield Makes 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups all-purpose flour plus additional for dusting
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fast-acting yeast from 1 (1/4-oz) package such as Fleischmann's Rapid Rise yeast
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon warm water (105-115°F)
1/4 cup canola or vegetable oil
1 tablespoon beaten egg
Special Equipment
a lightly oiled ridged grill pan, cast-iron skillet, or griddle

Steps:

  • Whisk together flour (2 cups), sugar, salt, and yeast in a bowl until combined. Whisk together water, oil, and egg in another bowl until combined well, then stir into flour mixture until a shaggy dough forms. Turn out dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead, working in just enough additional flour to keep dough from sticking, about 2 minutes (dough will not be smooth). Form dough into a ball and put in an oiled bowl, turning to coat, then let rest in bowl, uncovered, in a warm draft-free place 10 minutes.
  • Cut dough into 10 pieces and form each into a ball. Working with 1 piece at a time, flatten balls, then roll out into 6-inch rounds (less than 1/8 inch thick) on lightly floured surface with a lightly floured rolling pin.
  • Preheat grill pan or skillet over moderately high heat just until smoking, then reduce heat to moderate and grill bread rounds, 1 at a time, turning once, until marks appear and bread is cooked through, about 2 minutes. Keep breads warm, wrapped in a cloth napkin.

GRILLED PITA



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Common throughout the Middle East and Mediterranean, pita is traditionally baked at high temperatures in a tandoor (clay) oven. The versatile staple is served with kebabs, falafel, souvlaki, hummus, baba ganoush and many other preparations. It's popular in America, too, but our store-bought pita generally leaves a lot to be desired. (For starters, by the time we get it, it's often several days old.) The good news is that pita is easy to make at home and the soft, tender and fragrant result is well worth it. Although you can bake it in a regular oven, we use a grill to replicate a bit of that smoky tandoor flavor. Cooking the dough on a griddle rather than directly on the grill grates means there's less chance of sticking, making the bread easier to flip.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 2h40m

Yield 8 pitas

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/2 to 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 tablespoon instant yeast
1/2 teaspoon table salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 cup warm water, plus more for sprinkling
Olive oil, for brushing

Steps:

  • Whisk 2 1/2 cups flour and the yeast, salt and sugar in a large bowl. Add the water and mix using a rubber spatula until the dough comes together. The dough should be a little sticky, but soft and able to hold its shape. Add up to 1/2 cup more flour, if needed. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead until it's soft, smooth and elastic, 5 to 7 minutes. Alternatively, you can use a stand mixer and knead until the dough becomes soft and elastic, about 5 minutes. The dough might be just a little sticky and that's okay.
  • Place the dough in a clean bowl and cover with plastic wrap and a kitchen towel. Place in a draft-free area, such as a turned-off oven, until doubled in size, about 90 minutes.
  • Gently deflate the dough by pressing it down with your hands. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and divide into 8 pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and gently flatten. Cover with a kitchen towel and let rest for 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place a cast-iron griddle on an outdoor grill and heat it to medium high (450 degrees F) with the lid closed. Alternatively, you can use a large cast-iron skillet.
  • Use a lightly floured rolling pin to roll out 1 piece of dough into a round about 1/4-inch thick, flipping the dough a few times to prevent it from sticking. Meanwhile, keep the remaining pieces of dough covered with a kitchen towel. Transfer the rolled-out pitas to a baking sheet and cover with a kitchen towel. Repeat with the remaining dough, stacking the rounds with a flour-dusted piece of parchment or wax paper between each round to prevent them from sticking.
  • Brush the griddle lightly with olive oil. Sprinkle a little water on a rolled-out pita and place it on the griddle. You can cook 2 pitas at a time on a grill pan and 1 pita at a time on a cast-iron skillet. Close the grill and cook until there are small light brown spots on the pita, about 2 1/2 minutes on each side. Some of the pitas will puff up as they cook. Transfer to a platter and cover with a clean towel to prevent them from drying out. Repeat with the remaining rolled-out pitas. (It shouldn't be necessary to re-oil the griddle if it is well-seasoned.) Serve warm.

GRILL BREAD



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This fun round bread is tender, tasty and can be used much the came way you'd use flour tortillas or pita bread.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 frozen Texas-size white dinner rolls (2 ounces each), thawed
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 small onion, cut into thin wedges
1 medium green pepper, sliced
1 medium sweet yellow pepper, sliced
1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced
1/2 cup fresh snow peas
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out each roll into an 8-in. to 10-in. circle, turning dough frequently; set aside. , In a large skillet, saute garlic in oil until tender. Add mushrooms; saute for 2-3 minutes. Add the onion, peppers, peas, salt, pepper and oregano; cook 3 minutes or until crisp-tender. , Meanwhile, grill bread, uncovered, over medium-high heat for 30-45 seconds on each side or until lightly browned. Fill with vegetable mixture and serve immediately. The bread can be reheated in the microwave.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 493mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a hot pan or griddle to cook the bread. This will help to create a crispy crust and prevent the bread from sticking.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan. If you're cooking multiple pieces of bread, make sure there's enough space between them so that they can cook evenly.
  • Flip the bread halfway through cooking. This will help to ensure that both sides are cooked evenly.
  • If you're using a filling, make sure it's not too wet. Otherwise, the bread will become soggy.
  • Serve the bread warm. This is when it will be at its best.

Conclusion:

Pita grill bread is a delicious and versatile bread that can be used for a variety of dishes. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With the right ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make pita grill bread that's even better than the kind you get from the store. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make bread, give pita grill bread a try.

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