PITA BREAD RECIPE

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Provided by Eric Rusch

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Yield Makes 8 pita breads = 16 pita pockets

Number Of Ingredients 5

500g (4 1/4 c) Whole wheat flour* - 100%
360g (1 1/2 c + 2 Tbs) Water - 72%
12g (1 Tbs) Olive oil - 2.4%
10g (1 1/2 tsp) Salt - 2%
5g (1 tsp) Instant yeast - 1% or 70g (1/4 c) Sourdough starter - 14%

Steps:

  • Add the olive oil to the water. If making the sourdough version, mix the starter into the water too.
  • Mix the combined dry ingredients into the water until well incorporated and let it rest (covered) for 10 minutes.
  • Knead for 5-10 minutes or do a series of stretch and folds as described in the video.
  • Cover with plastic and let proof for about 8-12 hours.
  • Divide the dough into 8 equal size portions and form them into balls. Roll the ball into round disks somewhere around 3/16 - 1/4 inch thick.
  • Bake at 500ºF (260ºC) on fully preheated stone for about 6 minutes.
  • Pitas are ready to eat just 10 minutes after removing from oven.

Banzee Lee
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This pita bread is delicious and versatile. I've used it for sandwiches, wraps, and even pizza crust.


micjack
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I love this pita bread! It's so easy to make and it tastes great.


Ayaan Majeed
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This is my go-to pita bread recipe. It's always perfect.


Chinekezi Juliet
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I made this pita bread for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Noah Beckman
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This pita bread is delicious! It's perfect for sandwiches, wraps, and dipping in hummus.


Sajedur Rahman Sobuj
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Best pita bread ever! I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Hannah Matigoneraishe
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Wow! This pita bread is incredible. It's so soft and fluffy, and the flavor is amazing. I can't believe how easy it was to make.


Blessing Appau
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This recipe is a game-changer! I've been making pita bread for years, but this is the first time I've been able to get it to puff up perfectly. The instructions are clear and easy to follow, and the results are amazing.


wabble wabble
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I've tried a lot of pita bread recipes, but this one is definitely the best. The dough is so easy to work with and the pita bread bakes up perfectly every time. I love the slightly tangy flavor of the dough.


Arturo Gunn
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This pita bread recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and the results are absolutely delicious. The pita bread is soft and fluffy on the inside, with a slightly crispy exterior. It's perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or dipping in hummus.


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