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Have you ever tried making Middle Eastern bread at home? If not, you're missing out on something special. Middle Eastern breads are not just delicious, they're also versatile and can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. In this post, we will show you two different Middle Eastern bread recipes that you can make at home: Spicy Pita Bread and Luxury Flatbread.

Spicy Pita Bread Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups warm water
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (one package)
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon ground coriander
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Tools:

• Mixing bowl
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Whisk
• Rolling pin
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper

How to make:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 10 minutes or until the mixture becomes frothy.
2. In a separate bowl, combine flour, salt, cumin, coriander, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Whisk to combine.
3. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, a half cup at a time. Mix until a dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5 minutes.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
6. Punch down the dough and knead it for 1 more minute.
7. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
8. Cut the dough into 12 pieces and form them into balls.
9. On a floured surface, roll each ball into a 1/4 inch thick circle.
10. Place the circles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and puffed up.

Tips:

• If you don't have all the spices listed, feel free to use whatever you have on hand.
• To add more flavor, you can brush the pitas with melted butter or olive oil after they come out of the oven.

Luxury Flatbread Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup warm water
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 package active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons Za'atar seasoning

Tools:

• Mixing bowl
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Whisk
• Rolling pin
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper

How to make:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 10 minutes or until the mixture becomes frothy.
2. In a separate bowl, combine flour, olive oil, salt, and Za'atar seasoning. Whisk to combine.
3. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, a half cup at a time. Mix until a dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5 minutes.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
6. Punch down the dough and knead it for 1 more minute.
7. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
8. On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a thin rectangle.
9. Transfer the dough to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
10. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

Tips:

• Feel free to experiment with different seasoning combinations to top your luxury flatbread.
• If you don't have Za'atar seasoning, you can use a mix of dried thyme, sesame seeds, and salt instead.

Now that you have two delicious Middle Eastern bread recipes to try, you can enjoy them with your favorite dips, use them as a wrap, or simply eat them as is. Give them a try and let us know what you think!

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Happy baking!