Homemade Pita Bread and Hummus without Tahini recipe

Homemade Pita Bread and Hummus without Tahini

by Atlas Burni (@biryaniites)
Prep Time
45min
Cook Time
30min
Total Time
1hr 15min

A delicious and simple recipe for homemade pita bread paired with hummus made without tahini.

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 2 pita bread and hummus)

Hummus

  • 500g
    chickpeas
  • 3tbsp
    olive oil
  • 6clove
    garlic, crushed
  • 1tsp
    lemon juice

Pita Bread

  • 2cups
    flour
  • 1tbsp
    yeast
  • 1/2tsp
    salt
  • 1tbsp
    sugar
  • 2tbsp
    oil
  • lukewarm water, as required

How to make Homemade Pita Bread and Hummus without Tahini

Hummus

  1. Blend chickpeas, 2 tbsp olive oil, crushed garlic, lemon juice, and some reserved water to maintain consistency.

  2. Dish out the hummus, pour remaining 1 tbsp olive oil over it, and sprinkle some chili powder.

Pita Bread

  1. Sift flour, yeast, salt, and sugar together.

  2. Add oil and mix well.

  3. Knead by adding lukewarm water to form a dough.

  4. Cover and place in a warm place for 30 to 35 minutes.

  5. Knead well and divide the dough into eight equal parts, forming small balls.

  6. Flatten each ball into thick circles.

  7. Heat a pan and cook each pita on low heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side.

Tips & Tricks

  1. Use reserved chickpea water to adjust the consistency of the hummus.

  2. Ensure the dough is well-kneaded for soft pita bread.