Soft Mediterranean Flatbread

Quick and easy flatbread recipe. Ideal for dipping into hummus or tzatziki, or just as a side.

makes 8 medium sized flatbreads

• prep time: 15min
• wait time: 20min
• cook time: 30 sec each

Ingredients

• 2 cups bread flour
• 1 cup lukewarm water
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 packet (9 g) instant yeast
• 1 tsp sugar
• fresh chopped garlic (optional)
• extra virgin olive oil (optional)
• fresh coriander leaves (optional)

Directions

1. Mix together the water, salt, sugar and instant yeast till frothy (I like to use a tiny whisk).
2. Add the flour to a bowl.
3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix to combine with hands or a fork.
4. Once the mixture has been combined, knead for 5 minutes or until it forms a smooth ball that springs back a little bit when pressed. If the dough is too dry add a tablespoon of warm water at a time while kneading, if it's too wet add a tbsp of flour.
5. Cover the bowl with a plastic wrap or a damp towel and let rise for 20 minutes, or until doubled in size
6. Cut the dough into 8 pieces, and roll into individual balls. Let rest for around 5 minutes.
7. On a flour dusted surface, roll out the balls into flatbreads. If they keep springing back while rolling, let them rest a little longer.
8. Cook on a fire/gas grill (braai 🇿🇦) or pan (non-stick or cast iron recommended) for 30-45 seconds each side. You can flip once you start seeing bubbles and the top surface appear to be mostly cooked. The second side usually goes a bit quicker.
9. Optionally, Brush the flatbreads with extra virgin olive oil, and sprinkle with chopped garlic and coriander leaves.

Enjoy!