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Shawarma Bread

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour plus a touch more for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon instant dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup warm water around body-temperature, not lava
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil plus a little extra for the pan
  • Optional: sesame seeds or nigella for extra swagger on top

Instructions

  • Mix dry ingredients in a bowl: flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Stir until they look vaguely like a cohesive squad.
  • Add warm water and olive oil. Stir until a shaggy dough forms, then knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic. If it sticks, dust with a little flour; if it’s crumbly, splash in a tiny bit more water—gradually.
  • Let the dough rest, covered, for 30–45 minutes until it doubles. Yes, patience matters here. It’s the bread’s time to glow.
  • Divide into 6–8 equal balls. Roll each into a circle about 1/4 inch thick. If you’re feeling fancy, poke a few decorative dimples with a finger.
  • Heat a dry skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each bread 1–2 minutes per side, just until brown spots form and the surface looks set. Don’t overcook or they’ll turn into mini hockey pucks.
  • Keep cooked breads warm under a towel as you finish the rest. Then layer with your favorite fillings and fold into a shawarma dream boat.