Zaatar Pita Chips (Printable Version)
Crispy baked pita triangles coated in aromatic za'atar spice, ideal for snacking or pairing with dips.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pita Chips
01 - 4 whole wheat pita breads
→ Za'atar Topping
02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons za'atar spice blend
04 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Cut each pita bread into 8 triangles. For thicker pita, separate into single layers for extra crispiness.
03 - In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, za'atar spice blend, and sea salt.
04 - Brush each pita triangle lightly with the za'atar oil mixture on one side.
05 - Place the pita pieces in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, brushed side up.
06 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crisp.
07 - Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet before serving.
# Expert Hints:
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- They come together in under 25 minutes from start to finish, which makes them perfect for unexpected guests or late afternoon cravings.
- The combination of nutty olive oil and herby za'atar creates a flavor that feels far more complex than the effort required.
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- Watch them like a hawk in the last two minutes of baking because they go from golden to burnt alarmingly fast.
- Separating the pita into single layers before brushing makes a dramatic difference in how shatteringly crisp they become.
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- If your pita breads are slightly stale, this recipe is the perfect way to use them because the oil and oven heat revive them completely.
- Baking two sheets at once is fine, but switch their positions halfway through so both trays bake evenly.