Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Greek Pita
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of active dry yeast, and 1 teaspoon of kosher salt until evenly mixed.
- Gradually add ⅓ cup of warm milk and ⅓ cup of warm water to the dry mixture, stirring until fully combined.
- Pour in 2 tablespoons of olive oil and start kneading the dough with your hands on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
- Grease a clean bowl with olive oil, place the kneaded dough inside, and cover it tightly with plastic wrap. Allow it to rest in a warm place for about 1 hour.
- After the dough has risen, punch it down gently to release the air. Flour a clean surface and divide the dough into 8 equal pieces.
- While shaping the Greek pita rounds, preheat a cast iron skillet over high heat. Drizzle a little olive oil to coat the bottom.
- Place each pita round onto the hot skillet and cook for approximately 1 minute on one side, then flip and cook for an additional minute.
- If desired, brush the warm pitas with melted garlic and herb butter right after cooking.
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Notes
Store leftover pitas in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days or freeze for longer storage.
