🫓 Soft Pocket Flatbread (Stovetop Pita)

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp instant yeast
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup warm water (plus 2–3 tbsp if needed)

Instructions

1. Make the Dough

  1. In a bowl, mix flour, salt, sugar, and yeast.
  2. Add olive oil and warm water.
  3. Knead 8–10 minutes until smooth and soft.
  4. Cover and let rise 1 hour (until doubled).

2. Shape

  1. Divide into 8 balls.
  2. Roll each into a thin circle (about 6–7 inches).

3. Cook

  1. Heat a dry pan on medium-high.
  2. Place dough circle in pan.
  3. Cook until bubbles form → flip.
  4. It should puff up and make a pocket.
  5. Cook 1 more minute until lightly golden.

Stack in a towel to keep soft.

Tips for Perfect Puff

✔ Pan must be hot
✔ Roll evenly (not too thick)
✔ Don’t flip too early

No-Yeast Quick Version

Replace yeast + sugar with:

  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ¾ cup yogurt + ¼ cup water

Rest dough 15 minutes, then cook.

Serving Ideas

  • Chicken shawarma
  • Egg & cheese breakfast pita
  • Garlic butter flatbread
  • With hummus or curry

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