Shawarma Bread (Middle Eastern Flatbread) Recipe
This Shawarma Bread recipe is a traditional Middle Eastern flatbread that is soft, thin, and perfect for wrapping your favorite shawarma fillings. Made with simple ingredients and cooked on a hot skillet, the bread develops light brown spots and bubbles, lending it a beautiful texture and flavor that complements various meats, vegetables, and sauces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 flatbreads
- Category: Bread
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
Shawarma Bread Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tsp instant yeast
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup warm water
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 2 teaspoons of instant yeast. Stir well to evenly distribute the yeast and salt throughout the flour.
- Add Wet Ingredients and Knead: Pour in 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 cup of warm water to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface until the dough is smooth and elastic, which should take about 8-10 minutes.
- Rest the Dough: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it, and let it rest for 1 hour in a warm place. This resting time allows the dough to double in size as the yeast ferments.
- Shape the Dough: Once risen, punch down the dough to remove excess air. Divide it into smaller portions and roll each into thin circular shapes, about 6-8 inches in diameter.
- Cook on Skillet: Heat a dry skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Place each rolled dough circle onto the hot skillet and cook until bubbles start to form on the surface and light brown spots appear on the underside, approximately 1-2 minutes per side.
Notes
- Ensure the water used is warm, not hot, to activate the yeast without killing it.
- You can brush the cooked bread lightly with olive oil or butter for extra flavor.
- This bread is best eaten fresh but can be stored in a sealed container for up to 2 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Adjust the thickness of the bread to your preference; thinner bread will be crispier, thicker will be softer.
