Grilled Pita Bread
Transform your bread game with this deliciously simple Grilled Pita Bread recipe, perfect for summer cookouts or year-round homemade flatbread cravings! Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, olive oil, and active dry yeast, this recipe creates pillowy-soft, slightly smoky pita rounds with irresistible grill marks. The light, airy texture is achieved by allowing the dough to rise and puff perfectly on the grill, providing an authentic artisan feel. In just 15 minutes of cooking time after a restful dough rise, you’ll have freshly grilled pita bread ready to be enjoyed warm with hummus, tzatziki, or as a base for wraps. Whether as a snack or a meal, this homemade pita guarantees a delightful upgrade to any dish!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 300 milliliters Warm water
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir lightly and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
Step 2
Add half of the flour (250 grams) to the yeast mixture, along with the salt and olive oil. Mix until it forms a thick batter.
Step 3
Gradually add the remaining flour and knead the mixture into a dough. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, one tablespoon at a time.
Step 4
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Step 5
Form the dough into a ball and place it in a bowl lightly greased with olive oil. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth or plastic wrap.
Step 6
Allow the dough to rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
Step 7
Once risen, punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and flatten them into disks about 1/4 inch thick.
Step 8
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Ensure the grates are clean and lightly oiled to prevent sticking.
Step 9
Grill the pita disks for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they puff up and have nice grill marks. Be careful not to burn them.
Step 10
Remove from the grill and let them cool slightly. Serve warm with your favorite dip or as a sandwich wrap.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 851.8 grams (851.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2108 |
| Total Fat 33.20g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat 5.10g | 26% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3552mg | 154% |
| Total Carbohydrate 388.20g | 141% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.90g | 53% |
| Total Sugars 5.30g | |
| Protein 54.10g | 108% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 70mg | 5% |
| Iron 24mg | 131% |
| Potassium 663mg | 14% |
Source of Calories