Homemade Vegan Pita Bread
Learn how to make warm, fluffy homemade vegan pita bread right in your kitchen! This easy, no-yogurt recipe yields soft, pillowy flatbread—perfect for hummus, gyros, or any of your favorite fillings.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 Spatula or spoon
- 1 Rolling Pin
- 1 Non-stick frying pan or skillet
Ingredients
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 + ¾ cups all-purpose flour spooned into a measuring cup and leveled off with a knife, plus extra for kneading
- 2 teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine yeast, sugar, salt, and warm water. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.1 cup warm water, 2 teaspoons instant yeast, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1 teaspoon salt
- Add olive oil and flour to the yeast mixture. Mix with a spatula until a rough dough forms. Knead on a lightly floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.2 + ¾ cups all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover it with plastic wrap and a clean towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled.
- Punch down the risen dough and knead for 2-3 minutes. Divide into 8 balls, cover with a towel, and let rest for 10 minutes.
- Preheat a lightly oiled pan or skillet over medium heat. On a floured surface, roll each ball into a 5-inch circle.
- Cook each pita for about 2.5 minutes on each side until it puffs up and gets brown spots. Repeat for the remaining pitas.
Notes
- Wrap the cooked pitas in a clean towel until they cool. Store in a plastic bag or airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
- For accurate results, use the spoon-and-level method to measure flour. Scoop the flour with a spoon and level it off to avoid using too much.
- Ensure it’s fresh and active. If it doesn’t foam after 5 minutes in warm water, it’s expired, and you’ll need fresh yeast.
- Allow the dough to rise until doubled in size; rising time will vary depending on room temperature.
Nutrition
Calories: 192kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 294mgPotassium: 53mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.4gVitamin C: 0.003mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 2mg
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