Arabic pita bread recipe with and without oven step by step

Arabic pita bread is a gastronomic delight that has conquered palates around the world. Its popularity is due to its versatility, as it can be served as an accompaniment, a wrap for fillings or even as a base for pizzas.

In addition, its characteristic air pocket inside makes it perfect for filling with a wide variety of ingredients, from meats to fresh vegetables. If you want to see its preparation, watch the following video made by Anna easy recipes,  which will show you how to do it:

This recipe for Arabic pita bread will take you to discover the authentic essence of Arabic cuisine, with its spongy texture and unmistakable flavor. The best of all is that you can prepare it both in the oven and in a pan, thus adapting to your preferences and possibilities.

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How to prepare Arabic pita bread

To prepare this delicious recipe, you will need:

Ingredients:

• 500g common flour
• 280g warm water
• 10g salt
• 10g sugar
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 15g fresh yeast or 5g dry yeast

Preparation:

1. In a large bowl, mix the flour with the salt and sugar.
2. Dissolve the yeast in the warm water and add to the bowl along with the olive oil. Mix all the ingredients until you obtain a soft and homogeneous dough.
3. On a clean, lightly floured surface, knead the dough for about 10 minutes or until it is elastic and does not stick to your hands.
4. Form the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly greased bowl. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
5. Preheat the oven to 230°C if you choose to bake the pitas. Divide the dough into golf ball-sized portions and shape into balls.
6. Roll out each ball of dough with a rolling pin until you obtain a circle about 15 cm in diameter and 0.5 cm thick.
7. To cook in a skillet: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook each pita for about 2 minutes on each side, until puffed and lightly browned.
8. To cook in the oven: Place the rolled pitas on a floured tray or pizza stone and bake for 3-4 minutes or until puffed and lightly browned.
9. Once cooked, remove the pitas from the oven or pan and let them cool slightly before serving.
10. Serve the pitas hot or let them cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

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With this recipe, you can enjoy the authentic flavor of Arabic pita bread in the comfort of your home, whether baked or cooked in a pan. Accompany it with your favorite fillings and surprise everyone with your baking skill!