Khubzaadipitabread Recipes

KHUBZ ARABI (PITA OR FLAT BREAD)

Steps:

• In a large bowl, scatter the yeast over the warm water and stir until dissolved.
• Add the salt.
• While kneading constantly, gradually add 6 cups of flour and 2 tablespoons of oil until the dough is smooth and elastic. Continue to add more flour if the dough still sticks to your hands.
• Put the dough into a large, greased bowl and turn dough to grease all sides of it.
• Cover with a dry tea towel and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 1/2 hours.
• Preheat oven to 375-degrees F.
• Punch dough down gently.
• Divide the dough into 24 equal portions and shape them each into smooth balls.
• Place on a floured surface and dust tops lightly with flour. Cover with a dry tea towel.
• Let rest undisturbed 15 minutes more.
• Roll out each ball into a 6-inch diameter circle.
• Place on greased baking sheets.
• Bake in 375-degree F oven for 10-12 minutes or until the bread puffs. Do not leave baking unattended.
• YUM!

KHUBZ 'AADI (PITA BREAD)

Steps:

• Proof yeast with sugar, and 1/2 cup warm water in a bowl for 10 minutes, until frothy.
• Add 2 cups warm water, and 1 cup of the flour. Stir until well combined.
• Add salt and 2 tbsp oil, then gradually add remaining flour until dough forms a ball.
• Knead until smooth and elastic, then cover and allow to rise in a warm place until doubled - about 2 hours.
• Punchdown dough and divide into 16 portions, keeping dough covered.
• Roll each portion into a 7" disc, and spread out in a single layer. Keep covered and allow to rest for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat a pizza stone (or baking pan) in a 500*F oven.
• Bake breads 2-3 at a time for 3 minutes, until golden and puffed. Place bread in a clean towel to keep warm and soft.