🍞 Ramadan Special Homemade Pita Bread: A Soft & Delicious Flatbread for Your Iftar Table
During Ramadan, having homemade bread is a comforting and rewarding experience. *Homemade pita bread* is soft, fluffy, and perfect for scooping up soups, dips, or wrapping your favorite iftar fillings. Making pita bread from scratch may seem daunting, but with this easy recipe,…
🥄 Ingredients:
* 3 cups all-purpose flour
* 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
* 1 1/4 cups warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
* 1 tablespoon olive oil
* 1 teaspoon sugar
* 1 teaspoon salt
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### 👩🍳 Instructions:
1. *Activate the Yeast:* In a small bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
2. *Make the Dough:* In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a dough forms.
3. *Knead:* Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. *Let it Rise:* Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
5. *Shape the Pitas:* Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, then flatten into discs about 1/4 inch thick.
6. *Bake:* Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a baking stone or tray inside to heat. Bake the pitas in batches for 3-4 minutes until they puff up and lightly brown.
7. *Cool:* Remove and cover with a clean towel to keep them soft. Serve warm.
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### 🌟 Why You’ll Love Homemade Pita:
* Fresh and warm — so much better than store-bought!
* Perfect for iftar wraps, dips, or alongside stews.
* Simple ingredients with an easy step-by-step process.