Description
This Garlic Butter Flatbread recipe delivers soft, golden flatbreads infused with a rich garlic butter and fresh parsley topping. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or accompaniment for any meal, these flatbreads are quick to prepare, cooked on the stovetop, and irresistibly flavorful.
Ingredients
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Flatbread Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Garlic Butter Topping
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon baking powder. Stir these dry ingredients together until evenly mixed.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in 3/4 cup warm water and 2 tablespoons olive oil to the dry mixture. Mix until a dough begins to form.
- Knead Dough: Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead it thoroughly for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Rest Dough: Cover the dough with a clean cloth or plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes to allow gluten to relax and dough to rise slightly.
- Preheat Skillet: Place a skillet over medium heat and allow it to warm while you prepare the flatbreads.
- Divide and Roll: Cut the rested dough into equal portions. Roll each portion into a thin flatbread shape using a rolling pin on a floured surface.
- Cook Flatbreads: Place each rolled flatbread onto the preheated skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until golden spots appear and the bread is cooked through.
- Prepare Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, mix together 4 tablespoons melted butter, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 2 tablespoons of freshly chopped parsley.
- Brush Flatbreads: Once cooked, brush the warm flatbreads generously with the garlic butter mixture, ensuring full coverage for maximum flavor.
- Serve: Serve the flatbreads immediately while warm and buttery, perfect on their own or as a complement to your favorite dishes.
Notes
- Make sure the water is warm, not hot, to help activate the baking powder without killing any enzymes.
- You can add extra herbs like oregano or thyme to the dough for additional flavor.
- Use a non-stick skillet or lightly grease your pan to prevent sticking.
- For a crispier flatbread, cook on slightly higher heat but watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Serve with dips like hummus or tzatziki for a delicious appetizer option.
