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30 mins

Cuisine

Mediterranean

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

15 min

Serving

6 Pitas

Difficulty

Easy

Calories / Serving

~221 kcal
Recipe by Exercise4CheatMeals on YouTube
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Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Combine Dry Ingredients

    Add 195g all-purpose flour, 78g vital wheat gluten, 3.6g salt, and 4.5g baking powder to a large bowl. the dry ingredients together until well combined.

  2. Add Greek Yogurt

    Add 365g of 2% Greek yogurt to the dry ingredients in the bowl.

  3. Mix and Knead Dough

    Mix the ingredients with a spoon until it becomes tough to stir. Then, switch to using your hands to press and fold the dry ingredients into the wet chunks until there is no loose flour left and a cohesive dough ball forms.

  4. Divide and Shape Dough Balls

    Split the dough into 6 equal pieces, each weighing approximately 107g. Loosely shape each piece into a smooth ball.

  5. Prepare for Rolling

    Take one dough ball, flatten it into a disk on a clean counter. Lightly dust the top with all-purpose flour, spread it around, then flip the dough and dust the other side as well.

  6. Roll Out Pita

    Using a rolling pin, roll the dough back and forth 2-3 times. Rotate the dough 90 degrees and repeat the rolling motion. Continue this process, changing directions with each roll, until the pita is rolled out into a circle, approximately 7-8 inches in length and 1/8 to 1/4 inch in thickness. If the dough starts to stick, dust with a little more flour.

  7. Cook First Side

    Place the rolled-out pita into a preheated non-stick pan on medium heat. Cook for , or until you see a nice browning across the entire surface.

  8. Cook Second Side

    Flip the pita to the other side. Cook for approximately , or until proper browning is achieved and the pita is ready to be removed from the pan.

  9. Store Cooked Pita

    Once cooked, immediately place the pita in a clean tea towel and fold it over to keep it warm and prevent it from drying out.

  10. Repeat Cooking Process

    While one pita is cooking in the pan, begin rolling out the next dough ball. Continue this cycle of rolling and cooking until all 6 pitas are finished.

Before You Cook

Helpful details before you start
Ingredient SubstitutionsMissing something? View suitable alternatives.
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  • No All-purpose flour?

    • White whole wheat flour (1:1)
    • 1 cup minus 2 tbsp + 2 tbsp cornstarch (cake flour swap)
  • No Baking powder?

    • 1/4 tsp baking soda + 1/2 tsp cream of tartar (per 1 tsp)
    • 1/4 tsp baking soda + 1/2 cup buttermilk (replace some liquid)
  • No Yogurt?

    • Sour cream (1:1)
    • Buttermilk (1:1, slightly thinner result)
AllergensThis recipe contains gluten and dairy.
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Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • Ingredient noteUse 2% Greek Yogurt for a Softer

    Less chewy, and more flexible pita with less overpowering tang. Fage Total 2% is a recommended brand.

  • TipWhen Mixing the Dough by Hand

    Open it up like a book to better incorporate any dry ingredients at the bottom of the bowl.

  • TipApply Medium Pressure When Rolling

    Apply medium pressure when rolling out the dough to prevent sticking and make the process easier.

  • TipIf the Dough Starts Sticking

    If the dough starts sticking to the rolling pin or counter, lightly dust both sides with a little all-purpose flour.

  • TipTo Save Time

    Double the batch; it only adds 15-20 minutes to the total recipe time.

  • TipStore Cooked Pitas in a

    Store cooked pitas in a sealed bag or container to prevent them from drying out. Reheating instructions can be found in the pinned comment of the video.

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