This is a bread I make when I want a quick flatbread recipe. In fact, I make it often on Thursdays because we have hummus or falafel with tahini sauce on Thursdays. Sometimes, I make pita bread but when I have no time this quick flatbread comes to my rescue. If you give my husband this flatbread with a smear of oil, he’s in heaven. He loves this flatbread so much. Often I will sprinkle it with zaatar with is a middle eastern herb. Sometimes I will sprinkle some goat cheese along with zaatar.
No-knead flatbread recipe
Yeast mixture – In a measuring cup or medium bowl, combine the warm water, olive oil, sugar, and yeast. Dry ingredients – In another large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Wet to dry ingredients – Add the yeast mixture to the flour mixture in the bowl. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to combine it well, ensuring no dry flour is left on the bottom.
Proof – Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen cloth or plastic wrap. Let it rest in a warm place for 30 minutes or an hour until almost doubled.Pro tip – If you leave it in the warm oven it will double in 20 minutes! Divide – Transfer the dough to a well-floured work surface. Use a bench scraper or knife and divide the dough into two portions. Then divide each portion into 6 to make 12 flatbreads Roll – Dust each portion with flour and make a ball. Roll each ball on the well-dusted work surface with a rolling pin to about 6 inches and then dust off excess flour.Pro tip – this is a soft dough so flour is you need flour to prevent it from sticking.
Skillet – Heat a skillet on medium-high heat. Once hot reduce heat to medium.Pro tip – it is important that the skillet is hot. Less hot will make the bread stick to the skillet and too hot will give black spots. Cook – Place one flatbread on the skillet. Wait 30 seconds until you see bubbles form on the top. Flip it over and wait 30 seconds more. Then use the back of your flat spatula to press down and help cook evenly.Pro tip – you can roll all the flatbread first or start cooking them simultaneously. Press gently on all sides so the flatbread will puff up. Optional – You can brush the flatbread with oil or butter or just leave them plain.Pro tip – Oil and butter will help keep the flatbread soft. Store – Once cooked keep them wrapped between sheets of clean kitchen cloth or cheesecloth to stay soft.
Tips for making no-knead flat bread.
Hydration Matters: For no-knead recipes, the water content in the dough should be slightly higher than regular dough to allow for better gluten development without kneading. Resting Time: Today we have used 30 mins to an hour but if possible let the dough rest for a longer time (even about 12 up to 24 hours) to allow the gluten to develop and the flavor to mature. Use a Cast Iron Skillet: A cast iron skillet retains heat well and ensures even cooking. Preheat Your Pan: Before placing your dough in the skillet, ensure that it’s properly preheated. A medium-high heat is usually appropriate, but you might need to adjust based on your stovetop. Thickness: Roll or pat out your dough to the desired thickness. Remember, it will puff up slightly as it cooks. Watch for Bubbles: As you cook the bread, bubbles will start to form. When large bubbles appear, it’s usually a good time to flip the bread. Keep Warm: After cooking, wrap the flatbreads in a clean kitchen towel. This keeps them warm and soft as you cook the remaining pieces. Avoid Overcooking: Flatbread should be soft and pliable. If you overcook it, it may become crispy and hard. Keep an eye on it and adjust the cooking time accordingly. Adjust As Needed: The first bread is often a test. Adjust the heat or cooking time based on how it turns out, then proceed with the rest of the dough.
Creative ways to use flatbread
Wraps: Use flatbread as the base for sandwich wraps filled with grilled vegetables, meats, and a flavorful sauce. Pizzas: Top flatbread with tomato sauce, cheese, and your favorite toppings, then broil briefly until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Dippers: Cut flatbread into triangles and serve with dips like hummus, tzatziki, baba ganoush, or guacamole. Tacos or Gyros: Use flatbread as a substitute for traditional taco shells or gyro bread. Flatbread Salad: Top flatbread with fresh salad ingredients like lettuce, tomatoes, olives, feta, and a drizzle of olive oil and vinegar. Dessert Flatbread: Spread a thin layer of Nutella or any chocolate-hazelnut spread, top with sliced strawberries or bananas, and sprinkle with chopped nuts or coconut flakes. Breakfast Burrito: Fill flatbread with scrambled eggs, cheese, and sautéed vegetables. Roll up and enjoy! Quesadillas: Place cheese and other fillings between two flatbreads and cook on the stovetop until the cheese is melted and the outside is crispy. Stuffed Flatbread: Mix fillings like spiced potatoes or meat and place a dollop in the center of a rolled-out flatbread. Fold and seal the edges, then cook. Bread Bowl: Create a pocket in your flatbread and fill it with rich, hearty stews or curries.
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