Pita Bread

By Culiora

Homemade pita bread that puffs up in the oven – perfect for stuffing with kebab, falafel, or fresh vegetables. Makes about 8–10 breads.

• Servings: 10
• Prep time: 75 min
• Cook time: 6 min
• Total time: 81 min

Ingredients

• 25 g fresh yeast
• 3 dl lukewarm water
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp sugar
• 7-8 dl all-purpose flour

Instructions

1. Crumble the yeast into a mixing bowl and dissolve it in the lukewarm water.
2. Add the olive oil, salt, and sugar.
3. Gradually incorporate the flour until a smooth dough forms.
4. Knead the dough for about 8–10 minutes until elastic.
5. Cover with a tea towel and let rise for about 1 hour.
6. Preheat the oven to 250°C (preferably with a baking sheet or baking stone inside).
7. Divide the dough into 8–10 pieces and roll them into balls.
8. Roll each ball out into thin rounds (about ½ cm thick).
9. Transfer onto the hot baking sheet and bake in the center of the oven for 4–6 minutes. The breads should puff up like balloons – make sure the oven is piping hot!