Warm and Fluffy Pita Bread
Experience the joy of homemade pita bread with this simple recipe! Featuring just flour, salt, and water, these soft and fluffy rounds are perfect for scooping, wrapping, or simply enjoying on their own. With a few ingredients and easy steps, you'll have delicious pita bread ready in no time—ideal for serving with your favorite dips or as a side to any meal!
ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup warm water
steps
- 1.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt, mixing thoroughly.
- 2.
Gradually add the warm water to the flour mixture, stirring until a shaggy dough forms.
- 3.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4.
Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rest for 1 hour in a warm place.
- 5.
After resting, divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and shape each into a ball.
- 6.
Roll each ball into a flat circle about 1/4 inch thick, making sure they are evenly shaped.
- 7.
Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
- 8.
Cook each pita bread for about 1-2 minutes on each side until it puffs up and shows golden-brown spots.
- 9.
Remove from heat and wrap in a clean kitchen towel to keep warm while you cook the remaining pitas.
- 10.
Serve warm or allow to cool, then store in an airtight container.
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