Pita Bread

Step 1

Dissolve the yeast in a little warm water and let rise for 10 minutes.

Step 2

Add the flour into the bowl of a stand mixer, make a well in the center and add the yeast, sugar and olive oil.

Step 3

Begin to knead with the dough hook and incorporate warm water gradually until obtaining a smooth and homogeneous dough.

Step 4

Stir in salt and knead for 10 minutes until reaching a soft dough.

Step 5

Cover with a cloth and let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour.

Step 6

Punch down the dough on a work surface and divide into 18 pieces. Form a ball with each piece and let rest for 15 minutes.

Step 7

Roll each dough piece using a rolling pin, to a thickness of about ½ inch (1 cm).

Step 8

Preheat oven to 460 F (240°C) and place a baking sheet in the oven. The oven and the baking sheet must be very hot.

Step 9

Spray all the loaves with warm water and place them on the hot plate. Bake bread for 5 to 6 minutes.