Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Garlic and Butter Flatbread:
Ingredients
Dough:
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 cup warm water (about 110°F/45°C)
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Garlic Butter:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Dough:
- Activate Yeast:
- In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- Make the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
- Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
- Mix until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
- Let the Dough Rise:
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Garlic Butter:
- Prepare the Garlic Butter:
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Stir in the chopped parsley (if using) and add salt to taste. Remove from heat and set aside.
Assemble and Cook:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.
- Prepare the Flatbreads:
- Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 6-8 equal pieces.
- Roll each piece into a ball, then flatten each ball into a thin round or oval shape on a floured surface.
- Bake the Flatbreads:
- Place the flatbreads on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or directly on a preheated pizza stone.
- Brush each flatbread generously with the garlic butter mixture.
- Bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the flatbreads are golden brown and cooked through.
- Final Touch:
- Remove the flatbreads from the oven and brush with any remaining garlic butter.
- Serve warm.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve the garlic and butter flatbreads as a side dish with soups, salads, or pasta.
- They also make a great base for flatbread pizzas or as an accompaniment to dips like hummus or tzatziki.
Enjoy your homemade Garlic and Butter Flatbread!