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Vegetarian Recipe

Vegetarian Recipe
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Learn how to make delicious homemade pitas with this easy vegetarian recipe. These soft and fluffy pitas are perfect for dipping, stuffing, or as a side to your favorite dishes.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, plus more for surface
  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Liquids

  • ⅓ cup warm milk
  • ⅓ cup warm water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for the bowl and pan

Optional

  • Melted garlic and herb butter (for brushing after cooking)

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients – In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, active dry yeast, and kosher salt. Stir well to distribute the yeast and salt evenly throughout the flour.
  2. Add Liquids and Form Dough – Pour the warm milk and warm water into the dry ingredients. Stir until a shaggy mixture forms, then add the olive oil. Knead the dough with your hands in the bowl for a few minutes, until it comes together into a soft, cohesive ball.
  3. First Rise – Lightly oil a clean bowl with olive oil. Transfer the dough into the bowl, turning it to coat all sides with oil. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rise at room temperature for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  4. Shape the Pitas – Sprinkle flour on your work surface. Turn the risen dough out and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball, then use a rolling pin to roll each into rounds about 7-8 inches wide and ¼-inch thick.
  5. Cook the Pitas – Heat a cast iron pan or heavy skillet over high heat. Add 1 teaspoon of olive oil, then place one pita round in the pan. Cook for about 1 minute, until bubbles appear and the underside is golden brown. Drizzle a little oil on top, flip, and cook for another minute until golden on both sides and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and cover with a towel to keep soft. Repeat with the remaining dough rounds.
  6. Optional Finishing Touch – If desired, brush the warm pitas with melted garlic and herb butter for extra flavor before serving.

Notes

  • You can store leftover pitas in an airtight container or freeze them for later use.
  • Experiment with different herbs and spices in the dough for variations in flavor.

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Keywords: Homemade pita, Pita bread, Vegetarian pita recipe

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