Is flatbread and pita bread the same?
Chef's answer
Flatbread is a flat, thin, bread that is used as a staple food in many cultures. Pita is a soft, slightly leavened flatbread that is used in Mediterranean, Balkan and Middle Eastern cuisine. The key difference between pita and flatbread is that flatbreads are often unleavened whereas pita is slightly leavened.
Frequently asked Questions 🎓
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Wrap the bread in a damp (not soaking) towel, place on a baking sheet, and pop it in the oven for 5-10 minutes. In the microwave: Wrap the bread in a damp (not soaking) towel, place it on a microwave-safe dish, and microwave on high for 10 seconds.
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Flatbread is a flat, thin, bread that is used as a staple food in many cultures. Pita is a soft, slightly leavened flatbread that is used in Mediterranean, Balkan and Middle Eastern cuisine. The key difference between pita and flatbread is that flatbreads are often unleavened whereas pita is slightly leavened.
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If the dough ball is too dry, add a little bit of water and knead. If it's too wet, add a little bit of flour and knead. Do not add too much flour as that can really dry the dough and you'll end up with flatbreads that are tough.
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Remove the puffed flatbread and repeat the process. Keep them warm under a tea towel or in a low oven until they're all ready. Serve with your favorite dip..
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You can make all sort of thing with flatbread. ... You can also freeze cook flatbread in a Ziploc bag and then defrost and reheat whenever you want.
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If you have a number of leftover pizza slices or portions of flatbread, then yes, go ahead and reheat them in your oven at about 350 degrees for about 10 minutes.
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