Best 4 Pocket Bread Recipes
**Pocket Bread: A Culinary Journey Around the World**
From the bustling souks of Marrakech to the vibrant street food stalls of Delhi, pocket bread is a culinary delight that has captured the hearts and taste buds of people across the globe. Embark on a delectable journey as we explore a diverse collection of pocket bread recipes from around the world.
Discover the secrets of preparing the perfect pita bread, a staple in Mediterranean cuisine, known for its soft, pillowy interior and crispy exterior. Learn how to make flaky paratha, an essential component of many Indian meals, with its distinct layers and golden-brown color. Unleash your creativity with the versatile tortilla, a Mexican staple that can be filled with a variety of savory or sweet ingredients.
Take a bite into the aromatic bao bun, a Taiwanese delight characterized by its steamed, fluffy texture and delectable fillings. Experience the unique flavors of injera, an Ethiopian flatbread with a slightly sour tang, often served with stews and curries. Don't miss out on the irresistible charm of naan, an Indian flatbread with a smoky flavor, perfect for dipping in rich sauces.
Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary adventures, these pocket bread recipes offer something for everyone. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a global expedition of flavors with this comprehensive collection of pocket bread recipes.
PITA POCKET BREAD (BREAD MACHINE)
So easy to make your own pita pockets, and even EASIER to do it in the bread machine! Kids love these for car trips or picnics; can't help but feel adventurous with one of these in the lunch box! NOTE: If you don't have a bread machine, you can STILL make this recipe...see DIRECTIONS at the bottom. COOKING TIME includes rising time
Provided by Debber
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 1h23m
Yield 10 pockets, 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place the above ingredients into the bread machine according to owner's manual specifications (mine does wet ingredients first).
- Program for DOUGH or MANUAL.
- After the program is completed, divide dough into 10 equal pieces; shape each into a smooth ball; place five on each baking sheet.
- Let rise for 20 minutes while oven preheats to 500; flatten puffy balls gently into a 6-inch disk.
- Bake for five minutes (tops will be puffed and beginning to brown).
- Cut each circle in half to form two pockets.
- Fill with your favorite sandwich fixin's: ham, turkey, chicken salad, lettuce, sprouts, cheese and grapes.
- TRADITIONAL BREAD-MAKING: In a mixing bowl, mix water, sugar and yeast; allow to foam for 3-5 minutes; add oil and salt, mixing well; mix white & wholewheat flours together in a separate bowl, then add to liquids, mixing until well-blended. Place dough-ball in a well-greased bowl, allow to rise in a warm spot until doubled in volume. Continue from Step #3 above.
QUICK AND EASY SYRIAN-LEBANESE-POCKET-PITA BREAD!
I've tried lots of recipes and this one is my family's favorite! Using instant yeast, you can make 20-22 "pitettes" or 8 medium bread rounds in about 90 minutes, including baking time! There is no fat or sugar added (except for the sugars in the dry milk powder).
Provided by ValFosburgh
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 1h30m
Yield 20-22 Mini pita rounds, 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix all of the dry ingredients together in a large sturdy bowl (hard plastic or stainless steel). Form a little well in the center.
- Heat the water in a microwave safe dish for one minute.
- Pour the water into the flour well and mix the ingredients with a spatula as far you can. Place a dish of cool water in a bowl next to you as you begin to knead by hand.
- Knead the dough in the bowl by hand for at least 5-10 minutes, dipping your fingertips into the bowl of water as you knead. This will help create a smooth, elastic finish. You know your dough is ready when the surface is smooth and doesn't have pock-marks. The dough will feel slightly sticky as you knead it, but should not stick to your hands.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and cut with a knife (or separate by hand) into equal sized pieces - 8 for larger rounds or 20 for small pitettes. Roll each piece into a smooth ball and lay on clean dish cloth or floured cutting board or surface, keeping them covered with another cloth.
- Once all of the balls are rolled and resting, cover them with a clean cloth and lightly pat the cloth with water on your finger tips to keep them moist, or spray lightly with a water mister. Let the balls rest for 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes rest, preheat oven to 450 degrees with a baking stone or pizza pan on bottom rack inserted.
- As the oven preheats, roll each ball on a lightly floured surface into a flat round, no thicker than 1/4". The thinner the round, the better your pocket. Turn them over to roll them, trying to keep the round as best you can. If the dough sticks to the rolling pin, dip your finger tips in a little flour and coat the surface of the round as you roll. Make sure the edges are rolled out equally and not thicker than the center. Lay each round on the cloth or floured surface to rest again as the oven preheats. Keep them in the order your rolled them.
- Once the oven is ready, bake each round (or several at a time depending on size) on your baking stone, being careful to place them BOTTOM SIDE UP for 90 seconds to 2 minutes. The rounds should start to bubble on top and will "poof" up with the pocket. Once the pocket is formed, remove them from the oven and place onto clean surface to cool. The bottoms will be just starting to brown as you remove them from the oven.
- Once completely cooled, they can be stored in a freezer bag and frozen until ready to use - they will thaw quickly on the counter.
POCKET BREAD
We made this recipe for Vacation Bible School and used strawberry or grape jam to fill them. These loaves are just like pita bread but they're rolled into a square shape.
Provided by CHRISW
Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes White Bread Recipes
Time 2h50m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the yeast mixture with the 3 cups flour and the salt. Stir in the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, beating well after each addition. When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and supple, about 10 minutes. Lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 2 hours. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C).
- Divide the dough into sixteen equal pieces and form into rounds. Roll rounds into square loaves 1/4 inch thick. Place the on ungreased baking sheets. Bake in preheated oven for 4 to 5 minutes, until loaves puff in the middle. Let cool on a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1.3 calories, Carbohydrate 0.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 436.2 mg
PITA POCKET BREAD
This recipe is easy, but it takes a little while as it is made with yeast. Prep Time listed takes into consideration rising time of dough. This is fun bread to make with only a couple of minutes (2-3 min.)to bake in the oven. I am posting one Vegetarian Sandwich recipe for 'Jerk Tempeh Pitas' Here is your link:...
Provided by Susan Cutler
Categories Other Breads
Time 1h30m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- 1. In a large bowl, COMBINE all dry ingredients. ADD water. MIX thoroughly. ADD more flour 1/2 c. at a time and KNEAD until firm
- 2. TURN out onto floured surface, KNEAD for about 10 minutes, adding small amounts of flour to prevent sticking. PLACE in bowl, and LET RISE until double.
- 3. REMOVE from bowl onto floured surface. PUNCH down, KNEAD briefly.
- 4. PULL off pieces of dough, and roll into balls. Size could be as small as a golf ball for "mini pitas", or as large as a softball if to be used for pizza.
- 5. ROLL each ball out with a rolling pin until about 1/8th inch thick
- 6. Bread will not form pockets if thicker than this.
- 7. PLACE onto cooling rack, and place into preheated 500° oven for 2-3 minutes, just until bread forms pockets. REMOVE.
- 8. NOTE: Steam escaping pockets can be scalding!
- 9. ****For Pita Chips: SLICE whole wheat pita into triangles,
Tips:
- Use the right flour: Bread flour or all-purpose flour can be used for this recipe, but bread flour will give you a chewier result. All-purpose flour is more common and will still produce a delicious pocket bread.
- Proof the yeast: This is an important step that ensures your yeast is active and will help your bread rise properly. To proof the yeast, dissolve it in warm water with a little sugar and let it sit for 5-10 minutes, or until it becomes foamy.
- Knead the dough properly: Kneading the dough helps to develop the gluten, which will give your bread a chewy texture. Knead the dough for at least 5 minutes, until it is smooth and elastic.
- Let the dough rise: After kneading, let the dough rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until it has doubled in size. This will give the yeast time to work and produce carbon dioxide, which will create the pockets in your bread.
- Cook the bread properly: Pocket bread is traditionally cooked in a tandoor oven, but you can also cook it in a regular oven. If you are using a regular oven, preheat it to 450°F (230°C) and bake the bread for 10-12 minutes, or until it is golden brown.
Conclusion:
Pocket bread is a delicious and versatile bread that can be enjoyed in many different ways. It can be stuffed with your favorite fillings, such as meat, vegetables, or cheese, or it can be simply enjoyed with a dipping sauce. With a little practice, you can easily make pocket bread at home. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give pocket bread a try!
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