Easy sourdough recipe to remove pita bread

Want an easy sourdough bread recipe? How about a delicious sourdough pita bread, perfect for when you're on the go? Simply fill these delightful pockets with your favorite sauces, meat or vegetables. Check out the simple recipe below!

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• 2 glasses all purpose flour
• ½ cup whole wheat flour
• 2 spoons salt
• 1 cup warm water
• 2 spoons active dry yeast or instant yeast
• ¾ cup the first beginning of leaven
• Olive oil

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and salt, then set aside.
2. Place the warm water in a large bowl, then sprinkle the yeast over the top and leave for five minutes until foamy.
3. Pour the sourdough and flour mixture into the water and mix thoroughly, until you have formed a stiff dough.
4. Transfer the pita dough to a clean work surface and knead for 5 minutes, until the dough is smooth.
5. Lightly coat a bowl with olive oil and place the kneaded dough in the bowl.
6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough rise at room temperature until doubled in size. This should take 2 hours.
7. Preheat the oven, as well as a pizza stone or a baking sheet, to 450 degrees F.
8. Transfer the pita proof dough to a lightly floured work surface.
9. Divide the dough into 8 equal dough balls.
10. Use a rolling pin to shape the dough into circles.
11. Add the pitas to the preheated baking stone and bake until the dough puffs. This should take 3-4 minutes, so keep a close eye on your pitas!

• Author: Natasha Krajnc
• Preparation time: 2 hours and 5 minutes
• Cooking time: 4 min
• Category: bread
• Kitchen: Mediterranean, Middle East

What is sourdough pita bread?

Sourdough pita bread is a delicious twist on traditional Middle Eastern bread.

Pita bread puffs up during baking, creating an air pocket in its center. This makes homemade pita bread an ideal candidate for filling.

Tossing in sourdough adds a delicious twist to these pita breads, not to mention incredibly addictive.

Sourdough starter vs. Toss for pita bread

If you happen to bake a lot of sourdough bread, chances are you have two types of starter: a fresh active starter and a discarded starter.

A fresh sourdough starter is constantly bloated, especially after feeding. This is mainly due to the natural yeast and healthy bacteria that help to dry out the bread.

The sourdough dumpling on the other hand is quite stationary, having run out of fresh flour to feed on. It is usually kept to add a sourdough flavor element to a variety of recipes.

Top tips for the best sourdough pita bread

In general, a pita bread will give a neutral flavor. However, with the addition of a dash of sourdough, you'll be able to detect a hint of sourdough in your dough discard the pita bread.

While this on its own is pretty amazing, pita bread tastes even better when paired with your favorite toppings.

Here are some tips for achieving the perfect sourdough toss pie:

• It is important to cook your pita bread in one very hot oven. Preheat a pizza stone for 30 minutes before baking the pita, as this will help form the pocket.
• If your dough is too dry, your pita will not form a pocket. Add one flour dusting to the dough, until it becomes sticky.
• Leave the dough get up for an extra hour. Then continue to shape the dough and let rise again, 30 minutes before rolling.
• Roll out the pita dough until it's super thin. of the thinner the better!
• When you're ready to bake your pita bread, make sure it has too much steam in your oven. Simply spray the top of your dough with water before placing it in your preheated oven.

Pita vs Flatbread: What's the Difference?

A pita bread was made to be filled with a variety of ingredients, while a flatbread was used for dipping.

Apart from that, the main difference lies in the ingredients, while the cooking technique and forms remain the same.

For a pita bread, most recipes will call for salt, yeast, white or whole wheat flour, and water. Although a flatbread will require the same ingredients, it also requires the addition of yogurtoil and butter.

(By the way, I have one sourdough recipe, too!)

Easy sourdough recipe to remove pita bread

This easy pita bread recipe calls for an unleavened sourdough starter, a cast iron skillet, and commercial yeast for a quick, same-day sourdough recipe. Here's how to do it:

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup whole wheat flour
• 2 spoons of salt
• 1 glass of warm water
• 2 tablespoons active dry yeast or instant yeast
• ¾ cup starter of elevenses sourdough
• Olive oil

GUIDELINES

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and salt, then set aside.
2. Place the warm water in a large bowl, then sprinkle the yeast over the top and leave for five minutes until foamy.
3. Pour the sourdough and flour mixture into the water and mix thoroughly, until you have formed a stiff dough.
4. Transfer the pita dough to a clean work surface and knead for 5 minutes, until the dough is smooth.
5. Lightly coat a bowl with olive oil and place the kneaded dough in the bowl.
6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough rise at room temperature until doubled in size. This should take 2 hours.
7. Preheat the oven, as well as a pizza stone or a baking sheet, to 450F.
8. Transfer the pita proof dough to a lightly floured work surface.
9. Divide the dough into 8 equal dough balls.
10. Use a rolling pin to shape the dough into circles.
11. Add the pitas to the preheated baking stone and bake until the dough puffs. This should take 3-4 minutes, so keep a close eye on your pitas!

How to store sourdough pita bread?

Any leftover sourdough pita bread is good enough to eat over the next 4 days. Simply store the pitas in an airtight container and store them on the kitchen counter at room temperature.

Additionally, you can choose to freeze the sourdough pitas for 2-3 months and reheat them in the oven before serving.

What to serve with the sourdough Throw the pita?

The pita bread has a pocket for you to fill with your favorite ingredients. From the meat to the sauces, filled and finished with cheese, these little pockets of delight make the perfect evening meal.

Here are some ideas to try:

• Serve these sourdough pies with one hummus side, for a more traditional meal. If desired, you can use salt or paprika for additional flavor.
• Fill these pita pockets with your own favorite toppings. Add the roasted chicken breast, then the red onions and cheese. Pop these in the oven for 5 minutes so the cheese melts nicely, before enjoying this divine baked pita bread. Try this recipe for Traeger lamb chops you can get in!
• Sometimes pita bread is used as one dipping tool for spicy curries. Tear off a piece of sourdough pita bread and dip it into a curry sauce, allowing the pita to soak up all the wonderful flavors, before taking a big bite.

Sour pita

These homemade pies make an easy and flavorful weeknight dinner, try baking a batch of these sourdough tossed pies for you and your family to enjoy!

If you have any left, follow this homemade pita chips recipe to turn these into a versatile snack with a longer shelf life!

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