Authentic Greek Flatbread: No-Oven Recipe
Enjoy a taste of Greece with this delicious and easy-to-make Greek flatbread recipe. Made with simple ingredients and seasoned with traditional Greek herbs.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 273kcal
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Equipment:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Milk - (250ml)
- 1 tsp Sugar
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tsp Dry Yeast - (or 0.66oz fresh yeast (20g)
- 2¾ cups Strong bread flour - (350g)
- 1 tsp Greek herbs blend - (Marjoram, Oregano, Thyme)
- 1 tsp Salt - (7g)
- ¼ tsp Black pepper
Instructions:
- In a small pan, combine the milk, sugar, and olive oil. Place the pan on the stove and heat the mixture until it reaches a lukewarm temperature of 30-37°C (86-98°F).
- Remove the pan from the stove and dissolve the yeast in the mixture. Set it aside for 15 minutes to activate the yeast.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour with Greek herbs, salt, and black pepper. Add the yeast mixture and mix the ingredients until a dough forms. Knead the dough for 5-8 minutes, until it is smooth and elastic.
- Once the dough is smooth, place it in a lightly oiled bowl and cover it with plastic wrap or a damp kitchen towel. Allow the dough to rest and rise in a warm, draft-free area for 40 minutes, or until it doubles in size.
- After the dough has risen, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and divide it into 6 equal parts. Roll each part into a circle that is the size of your frying pan.
- Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. If you don't have a non-stick pan, you may need to use a little bit of oil to prevent the bread from sticking to the pan. Bake the flatbreads on each side for 1-2 minutes, or until they are lightly golden and puffed up. Rest on the cooling rack.
- Serve the flatbreads warm, with your favourite dips, spreads, toppings. Enjoy!Check out my recipe for Tzatziki.
Notes:
- Yeast Freshness: Ensure your yeast is fresh and active. Old or improperly activated yeast may hinder the bread from rising.
- Milk Temperature: Use lukewarm milk to activate the yeast. Overly hot milk can deactivate the yeast, preventing the bread from rising.
- Kneading for Texture: Knead the dough thoroughly to foster gluten development. This provides the bread with its structural integrity and chewy texture.
- Ideal Rising Environment: Position the dough in a warm, draft-free location for rising. A mildly warm oven or a cozy spot on your countertop can expedite the rising process.
- Consistent Flatbread Thickness: Roll the flatbreads uniformly to ensure even cooking. Overly thick flatbreads might not fully cook in the centre.
Nutrition:
Serving: 105g | Calories: 273kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 6g | Fiber: 1.5g | Sugar: 3g
