Low-Carb Pita Bread (4.4g Net Carbs)

These Low-Carb Pita Bread Pockets are soft pita flatbreads made from low-carb flour and no eggs, so you can share them with your vegan keto guests. Plus, one pita bread only contains 4.4 grams of net carbs, and they are gluten-free.

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You might have tried some of my other low-carb bread recipes, but if you need keto-friendly and Mediterranean diet-friendly bread, you need this low-carb pita bread recipe.

Classic pita bread is made from all-purpose wheat flour. Pita bread is to the Mediterranean what flour tortillas are to Latin America. They are made with very similar ingredients, and the nutrition facts of pita are similar, pretty high in carbs like any flour tortillas.

However, you can make low-carb pita easily using a blend of low-carb flour.

Ingredients and Substitutions

All you need to make keto pita breads are:

• Ultra Fine Almond Flour – I don’t recommend using almond meal for low-carb bread recipes. An almond meal is also healthy and low-carb, but it does terribly in low-carb bread. It creates a gritty texture and dark color.
• Coconut Flour – You need a combination of low-carb flour in this recipe. Don’t attempt to use only almond flour or only coconut flour because the bread won’t come out good at all. In fact, the combination of both flours makes the pita soft in the center, crispy on the outside, and easy to cut and open as a pocket.
• Whole Psyllium Husk – This is not ground psyllium husk. Don’t confuse it with psyllium husk powder, a food supplement made from 50% husk. Brands like Metamucil are not made for baking. You do need whole husks for success in this pita bread recipe.
• Baking Powder – To make them puff.
• Garlic Powder and Salt – season to taste.
• Warm Water – Around 110°F (40°C).
• Avocado Oil or olive oil
• Apple Cider Vinegar or lemon juice

How To Make Low Carb Pita Bread

If you are new to low-carb baking, this low-carb pita recipe is the easiest one you will find.

1. First, add all the dry ingredients to a mixing bowl and use a whisk or silicone spatula to stir and combine them.
2. This step matters. If you don’t stir all the dry ingredients before adding the wet ones, you end up with lumps.
3. Now, add all the liquid ingredients and stir again. Initially, the texture is very soft and fluid, but as you go, it thickens and should form a dough ball. You must stir for at least one minute to see a change in texture. If too dry, add more water. This happens if you add too much flour or use ground husk. If too wet, don’t do anything before the resting time because it is needed for the fiber in the husk to bind the flour.
4. Let the dough rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.
5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a large baking sheet with slightly oiled parchment paper. Set aside. After that time, the pita dough should be soft, not too dry or wet. Next, use a sharp knife to divide the dough into four equal dough pieces.
6. Oil your hands and roll each dough ball into nice round balls.
7. Place one piece of slightly oiled parchment paper in front of you on a working bench.
8. Add one ball of dough onto the paper, slightly oil your hand, and gently press down the dough ball with the palm of your hand. You can add a piece of parchment paper on top of the dough and use a rolling pin to slightly flatten and roll out the dough into a 3.5-inch wide circle (9 cm) and 0.25-inch thick (6 mm). Don’t flatten them too much, or it won’t be possible to cut them into a pita pocket. These pita bread won’t puff much. Next, you must shape the bread in your desired shape and size.
9. Peel off the top piece of parchment paper on top of the ball – if you used some.
10. Transfer the rolled pita bread onto the prepared baking sheet and repeat the step above to roll the remaining dough. If the sides of the pita bread look cracked, wet your fingers a little and pat the sides to smoothen them.
11. Bake all the pitas in the same pan at 350°F (180°C), leaving some space between each. The pita bread won’t expand in the oven, but it will puff slightly.
12. Bake for 15 minutes, flip the bread and keep baking for another 10 to 15 minutes or until golden brown and darkened.
13. Cool down the low-carb pita bread on a wire rack completely before using.

Serving Pita Bread

This pita bread recipe can make pita pockets or pita bread pizza. To use this low-carb sandwich bread as a pita pockets, use a serrated knife to cut the round pitas halfway starting from the side.

The best low-carb fillings for pita bread are any low-carb vegetables, meat, or spread. Below are some serving suggestions.

• Za’alouk -an eggplant olive oil dip perfect to spread in the bread.
• Lemon Pepper Chicken Tenders
• Feta cheese
• Spinach
• Cucumber slices
• Chicken breasts – use my Greek chicken marinade for Mediterranean flavors.
• Shirazi salad
• Halved cherry tomatoes
• Keto hummus
• Keto Babaganoush

You don’t have to use a pita as a pita pocket. You can also use this recipe to make pita bread pizza by adding your favorite pizza toppings. Then, bake the pita at 350°F (180°C) until the cheese is melted. The best toppings for this will be:

• Keto Pizza Sauce
• Grated mozzarella
• Olives
• Chorizo or ham
• Mushrooms
• Red bell pepper

Storage Instructions

These low-carb pita bread can be stored well at room temperature and wrapped in a clean kitchen towel. They last for up to 2 to 3 days and can be stored even longer in the fridge. You can freeze keto pita bread in zip-lock bags. They last for up to one month in the freezer. Thaw the pita the day before serving at room temperature and rewarm them in a bread toaster or air fryer.

Allergy Swaps

Below are some ingredients substitution ideas if you need:

• Nut-Free – There are two great low-carb nut-free flour you can use to replace almond flour. Use the same amount of sesame seed flour or sunflower seed flour. However, keep in mind that these flour turn the bread a bit green in color and they are slightly more bitter.
• Oil Swaps – You can use any oil you have on hand like olive oil or nut oil like almond oil, walnut oil, or melted butter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find below my answers to your most common questions about this keto pita bread recipe.

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