Impress your friends and family with this homemade Syrian bread recipe. This soft and flavorful bread is a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine. It is perfect for sandwiches, dipping, or simply enjoying on its own. With this easy-to-follow recipe, you can recreate the taste of traditional Syrian bread in the comfort of your own kitchen. Get ready to savor the deliciousness of this authentic Middle Eastern delight!
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons yeast
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/4 cups warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Directions
- In a small bowl, combine the yeast, sugar, and warm water. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5 minutes, or until the mixture becomes foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture.
- Using a wooden spoon or your hands, mix the ingredients until a dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover with a clean kitchen towel. Allow it to rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough to release the air bubbles and divide it into 6 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- On a floured surface, roll out each dough ball into a thin oval shape, about ¼ inch thick.
- Transfer the rolled dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the top of each bread with olive oil.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the bread puffs up and turns golden brown.
- Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before serving.
