Soft Skillet Pita Bread with Olive Oil
Soft homemade pita breads cooked quickly in a hot skillet.
These soft pita rounds use a simple yeast dough cooked in a hot skillet. Roll the dough evenly and cook on a fully heated pan; a brief cover helps trap steam and encourages the pocket to form. Stir yeast and sugar into warm water; stand 5 to 10 minutes until foamy. Mix flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and olive oil; knead 8 minutes until smooth. Cover and rise 60 to 90 minutes until doubled. Divide dough into 8 balls. Roll each into a 3 mm round on a lightly floured surface. Heat a dry skillet over medium-high. Cook one pita until bubbles appear, about 1 minute; flip and cook another minute. Flip once more and cover briefly to help puff.
Recipe card
Soft Skillet Pita Bread with Olive Oil
Equipment: Mixing bowl, measuring tools and suitable pan
Ingredients
Instructions
Activate yeast
Stir yeast and sugar into warm water; stand 5 to 10 minutes until foamy.
Make dough
Mix flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and olive oil; knead 8 minutes until smooth. Cover and rise 60 to 90 minutes until doubled.
Shape
Divide dough into 8 balls. Roll each into a 3 mm round on a lightly floured surface.
Cook
Heat a dry skillet over medium-high. Cook one pita until bubbles appear, about 1 minute; flip and cook another minute. Flip once more and cover briefly to help puff.
Keep soft
Stack under a clean towel as each pita finishes.
How to tell when it is ready
Cook until tender, set or golden as described.
Tips
- Measure and prepare ingredients before cooking.
- Cut ingredients into even-sized pieces.
- Taste and adjust seasoning near the end.
- Cool leftovers promptly and refrigerate covered.
Troubleshooting
- If the mixture is too thick, add liquid gradually.
- If browning too quickly, lower the heat.
Substitutions
- Use a suitable neutral oil if needed.
- Choose a compatible dairy-free option where appropriate.
Variations
- Adjust herbs or spices to taste.
- Add citrus for a brighter flavor.
Serving suggestions
- Pair with a crisp seasonal salad.
- Offer fresh herbs or a suitable sauce.
- Add vegetables or fruit on the side.
- Serve warm for the best texture.
Make ahead
Measure ingredients ahead and refrigerate perishable components; finish shortly before serving.
Storage
Refrigerate leftovers promptly and use within 3 days.
Food safety
Contains wheat. Handle hot skillet carefully.
Frequently asked questions
Can I prepare this ahead?
Prepare components ahead and refrigerate promptly.
How should I store skillet pita bread?
Refrigerate leftovers promptly and use within 3 days.
Serve promptly and store leftovers safely.
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