Welcome to your next baking adventure! Today, we are diving into the art of making homemade pita bread. This classic Mediterranean flatbread is soft, fluffy, and perfect for sandwiches, dips, or just enjoying fresh out of the oven. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you'll be able to create delicious pita bread right in your own kitchen.
- Use fresh yeast for the best results, as older yeast may not provide the same rise.
- Make sure your water is lukewarm (about 110°F or 43°C) to help activate the yeast without killing it.
- Knead the dough until it's smooth and elastic, which usually takes about 10 minutes by hand.
- Allow your dough to rise in a warm, draft-free area for the full time to ensure it doubles in size.
- When rolling out the dough, aim for even thickness to help the pita puff up uniformly during baking.
- Preheat your oven and baking surface (like a baking stone or inverted baking sheet) to get that signature pita pocket.
Congratulations, you’ve just made your own homemade pita bread! Whether you’re using it to scoop up hummus, make a delicious sandwich, or just enjoying it plain, your freshly baked pita is sure to be a hit. The more you practice, the better you’ll get, so keep experimenting with different toppings and fillings. Enjoy your culinary creation!
Nutrition Facts | |
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Serving Size | 66 grams |
Energy | |
Calories 150kcal | 8% |
Protein | |
Protein 5g | 3% |
Carbohydrates | |
Carbohydrates 30g | 9% |
Fiber 1.42g | 4% |
Sugar 0.94g | 1% |
Fat | |
Fat 1.50g | 2% |
Saturated 0.18g | 1% |
Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
Vitamins | |
Vitamin A 0.00ug | 0% |
Choline 4.43mg | 1% |
Vitamin B1 0.21mg | 18% |
Vitamin B2 0.03mg | 3% |
Vitamin B3 0.97mg | 6% |
Vitamin B6 0.05mg | 3% |
Vitamin B9 30ug | 7% |
Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
Vitamin C 0.00mg | 0% |
Vitamin E 0.02mg | 0% |
Vitamin K 0.12ug | 0% |
Minerals | |
Calcium, Ca 12mg | 1% |
Copper, Cu 0.09mg | 10% |
Iron, Fe 0.49mg | 4% |
Magnesium, Mg 16mg | 4% |
Phosphorus, P 60mg | 5% |
Potassium, K 70mg | 2% |
Selenium, Se 8ug | 15% |
Sodium, Na 320mg | 22% |
Zinc, Zn 0.53mg | 5% |
Water | |
Water 24g | - |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. |
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