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Recipe of Arabian pita bread

Arabian pita bread is a flat, fluffy bread originating from the Middle East, known for its characteristic internal pocket that forms during baking. Also called Arabic bread or Syrian bread, this bread has a long history dating back thousands of years, being a staple food in many cultures. Its versatility makes it ideal for accompanying dishes like hummus, falafel, or kebabs, as well as for making sandwiches or wraps. Made with simple ingredients such as bread flour, yeast, olive oil, and warm water, this bread is natural and healthy, perfect for those seeking a nutritious, low-fat option. Unlike other breads, pita is baked at high temperatures, causing the dough to puff up and create a cavity in the center. You can enjoy it fresh out of the oven, warm with a drizzle of olive oil, or store it to use throughout the week. With this recipe, you'll learn how to make homemade pita bread, free from preservatives and additives, with an authentic flavor you won't find in the supermarket.

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Recipe of Arabian pita bread
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Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Servings

12

Calories

250 kcal

Ingredients

Directions

  1. 1

    Place the yeast, sugar and a little water in a bowl and let them rest for 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Make a crown with the flour in a bowl, add the mixture with the yeast, salt, oil and the rest of the water.

  3. 3

    Knead by hand until a compact dough forms.

  4. 4

    Roll out the dough on a well-floured surface and work it until it is thin and elastic to the touch.

  5. 5

    Place the dough in a bowl, cover it with a kitchen towel and let it rest until it doubles in volume.

  6. 6

    Press the dough with the fist of your hand to extract the air.

  7. 7

    Divide the dough into 12 equal portions, let the rolls rest for a moment, then roll out each of them, and with the help of a rolling pin form 5 mm thick circles.

  8. 8

    Place on baking sheets greased with a little oil and place them in a preheated oven at 250 degrees for ten minutes.

  9. 9

    Once the breads are taken out of the oven, they are immediately placed between two kitchen towels so that it gets moisture and doesn't get hard.

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