Sourdough Pita Bread

Elevate your homemade bread game with this irresistible Sourdough Pita Bread recipe, a perfect blend of tangy sourdough flavor and pillowy softness. Crafted with an active and bubbly sourdough starter, olive oil for richness, and a touch of honey for subtle sweetness, these pitas are as versatile as they are delicious. The recipe guides you through creating a smooth, elastic dough that puffs beautifully in the oven to form a signature pocket, perfect for stuffing with your favorite fillings. With just a handful of pantry staples and a little patience during fermentation, you can achieve bakery-quality pita bread right in your kitchen. Ideal for wraps, dips, or snacking, these pitas are a fantastic way to showcase the magic of sourdough baking.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:240 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 120 grams Sourdough starter (active and bubbly)
• 250 milliliters Warm water
• 15 milliliters Olive oil
• 15 milliliters Honey
• 400 grams All-purpose flour
• 7 grams Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, mix the sourdough starter, warm water, olive oil, and honey until well combined.

Step 2

Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt. Use a wooden spoon or your hands to mix until a shaggy dough forms.

Step 3

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for about 5-6 minutes.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl and cover it with a damp towel or plastic wrap. Let it rest for 3-4 hours, or until it has doubled in size. The fermentation time may vary based on the ambient temperature.

Step 5

Once risen, punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a smooth ball by tucking the edges under.

Step 6

Cover the dough balls with a damp towel and let them rest for 20-30 minutes to relax the gluten.

Step 7

Preheat your oven to 250°C (480°F) and place a baking stone or inverted baking sheet inside to heat.

Step 8

Roll out each dough ball into a circle approximately 6 inches in diameter and 1/4 inch thick. Be careful not to press out all the air pockets to ensure proper puffing during baking.

Step 9

Place one or two rolled-out pitas onto the preheated baking surface and bake for 2-3 minutes, or until they puff up and have light golden spots. Watch them carefully to avoid overcooking.

Step 10

Remove the pita bread from the oven and wrap them in a clean kitchen towel to keep them soft and pliable.

Step 11

Repeat with the remaining dough balls. Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(809.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1689.9

Total Fat 18.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2761.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 329.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.5g	0%
Total Sugars 13.4g
Protein 43.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 61.3mg	0%
Iron 19.1mg	0%
Potassium 484.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 9.9%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 79.6%