Perfect Pitta Bread Recipe
A simple recipe to create fresh, homemade pitta bread, providing a superior alternative to store-bought options.
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Instructions
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Preheat oven to 450 F (230 C) with a baking stone or heavy sheet for 15 minutes.
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Sieve strong and plain flour into a bowl; add salt to one side and yeast to the other.
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Stir in oil and 3/4 water, mixing to form a wet, soft dough; add more water if necessary.
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Knead dough for 5 to 6 minutes.
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Cover and rest dough for 20 minutes.
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Knead again for 5 minutes, then cover and rest for 20 minutes. Repeat this kneading and resting cycle once more.
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Divide dough into 6 to 8 pieces, roll into balls, and cover.
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Roll each dough ball into an oval, approximately 5 millimeters to 1/4-inch thick.
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Bake two pitta ovals at a time on the hot stone for a couple of minutes until lightly browned; remove, cool, and repeat with remaining dough.