Grains & noodles

Pitta bread

Also called pita, pitta, pita bread, pitta pockets

Soft, oval wheat flatbread that puffs into a pocket; warmed and split for falafel, shawarma and souvlaki, or toasted for dipping.

VeganVegetarianDairy-freeContains: gluten

What can replace it

  • T2 · GoodFlour tortillas

    Thinner and softer; wrap rather than stuff.

  • T2 · GoodNaan

    Softer and richer, no pocket; fold around fillings.

  • T2 · GoodTurkish bread

    Thicker and softer, without a pocket.

  • T3 · In a pinchLavash

    Very thin; wraps, but no pocket and dries quickly.

  • T3 · In a pinchRoti

    Wholemeal and thinner, no pocket.

Cook with Pitta bread