Ultimate Flatbread Trio: Tortillas, Naan, and Pita
This recipe features a trio of delicious flatbreads: homemade flour tortillas, naan, and pita. Perfect for serving with dips or as a base for various dishes.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup vegetable shortening or unsalted butter
- ¾ cup warm water
- 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ¾ cup warm milk or water
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons melted butter for brushing
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- For tortillas, whisk flour and salt in a bowl, then mix in shortening until crumbly.
- Gradually add warm water, stirring until a dough forms, then knead until smooth.
- Divide into 8 balls, let rest for 30 minutes, then roll into thin circles.
- Cook each tortilla in a skillet for 30 seconds on each side until browned.
- For naan, combine yeast, sugar, and warm milk; let sit until frothy.
- Mix flour and salt, then add yeast mixture and yogurt to form a dough.
- Knead until smooth, let rise for 1 hour, then roll into ovals.
- Cook naan in a hot skillet for 1-2 minutes per side, brushing with butter.
- For pita, mix yeast, sugar, and warm water; let sit until frothy.
- Combine flour and salt, add yeast mixture and olive oil, then knead.
- Let rise for 1 hour, then roll into circles and bake at 475°F for 5-7 minutes.
Notes
Serve with dips like hummus or tzatziki for a delightful experience.