½cup(120 ml) warm water (100°F to 110°F / 38°C to 43°C)
½cup(120 ml) warm milk (100°F to 110°F / 38°C to 43°C)
1tablespoon(15 ml) vegetable or canola oil
Instructions
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Flour mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, sugar, and instant yeast.
Milk mixture: In a measuring jug or small bowl, combine the warm water, warm milk, and oil.
Pour the milk mixture into the flour mixture.
Knead with a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook for 5 to 6 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic. If kneading by hand, turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 6 to 8 minutes, dusting with a little flour as needed until smooth and elastic.
Lightly oil a large bowl. Place the dough in the bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel, and let rise in a warm place for 45 to 60 minutes, or until doubled in size.
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and divide into 6 equal pieces. Shape each piece into smooth balls.
Roll each ball into a 6-inch (15 cm) circle, keeping the thickness as even as possible.
Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook one pita for 1 to 2 minutes, until it begins to puff.
Flip and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, until lightly browned. If needed, flip once more and cook for a few more seconds. Transfer to a plate and cover with a clean kitchen towel while cooking the remaining pitas.
Transfer to a plate and cover with a clean kitchen towel while cooking the remaining pitas.
Storage
Store cooled pita bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Reheat in a dry skillet or microwave until soft.
Recipe Notes
Active dry yeast: If using active dry yeast instead of instant, stir it into the warm water and sugar from this recipe. Let it stand for 5 to 10 minutes, or until foamy. Then add the yeast mixture to the flour with the warm milk and oil, and continue with the recipe. Roll evenly:Roll evenly: Roll each piece into a 6-inch (15 cm) circle, keeping the thickness as even as possible.Cook over medium heat: If the skillet is too hot, the pitas may brown before they have time to puff. Adjust the heat as needed. .