That anyone can make; AKA Khobz Al-Arabi

Name: That anyone can make; AKA Khobz Al-Arabi (Pitta Bread)
Cuisine: Saudi Arabian
Ingredients: 350 g (12 oz/2⅔ cups) plain (all-purpose) white or wholemeal flour, plus extra for dusting (I use Turkish brand for a superior bread); 350 g (12 oz/2⅔ cups) plain (all-purpose) white or wholemeal flour, plus extra for dusting (I use Turkish brand for a superior bread); 350 g (12 oz/2⅔ cups) plain (all-purpose) white or wholemeal flour, plus extra for dusting (I use Turkish brand for a superior bread); 1 x 7 g (¼ oz) sachet of dry active/instant yeast; 1 tbsp granulated sugar; 200 ml (7 fl oz/¾ cup plus 2 tbsp) warm water; 70 g (2½ oz/5 tbsp) thick Greek or natural yogurt, at room temperature; 70 g (2½ oz/5 tbsp) thick Greek or natural yogurt, at room temperature; 20 ml (⅔ fl oz/1½ tbsp) olive oil (or any neutral oil); 20 ml (⅔ fl oz/1½ tbsp) olive oil (or any neutral oil); 1 tbsp milk powder; 1 tsp salt

Pitta Bread

Preparation info

Makes
9

Difficulty
Easy

Appears in

The Red Sea Cookbook

By Madeeha Qureshi

Published 2026

About

These are a far cry from those abominable, thick, sorry-looking slabs of dough that are sold to us in supermarkets. I have specifically developed this recipe with my eldest, 11-year-old son, Sinan. If he can make it successfully, I think anyone can.

Enjoy homemade pittas with any dip or curry of your choice or stuffed with falafel, pickles and salads – there are plenty in this book.

Ingredients

Asia
Saudi Arabia
Bread
Vegetarian

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