Easy Flatbread Recipes: White and Wholemeal

Flatbreads are an accompaniment to many cuisines from around the world and are given a variety of names, such as tortillas and chapatis. They are a budget-friendly accompaniment for soup, and they are quick and easy to make. There are many variations of easy flatbread recipes, and many people prefer to make wholemeal varieties of flatbreads for additional health benefits. Here are two easy flatbread recipes for you to try as an accompaniment for soups.

Easy Flatbread Recipes: White Flatbread

One of the easiest flatbreads to make is a simple white flatbread as these take just minutes to make.

Ingredients for Flatbreads

• 7 oz/ 200g plain flour
• 3 1/2 fl oz/ 100 ml warm water
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2tbsp olive oil (plus additional oil for cooking)

How to Make Flatbreads

1. Put the flour and salt into a bowl.
2. Next, slowly add the water while stirring in with your hand to form a dough.
3. Sprinkle some flour onto your work surface, then put the dough on the flour.
4. Add the olive oil to the dough, before kneading for five minutes.
5. Divide the dough into six balls.
6. Roll each dough ball into a round, flat shape.
7. Heat a little oil in a small frying pan and spread around the pan using kitchen paper. 
8. Cook each flatbread for two minutes on each side until it puffs up a little and has some brown patches from contact with the pan. 
9. If you want soft flatbreads, you can now serve.

Easy Flatbread Recipes: Wholemeal Flatbreads

An alternative to white flatbreads is wholemeal flatbreads. These are just as simple to make as white flatbreads.

Ingredients for Wholemeal Flatbreads

• 7 oz/ 200g wholemeal flour
• 3 1/2 fl oz/ 100 ml warm water
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2tbsp olive oil (plus additional oil for cooking)

How to Make Wholemeal Flatbreads

1. Put the flour and salt into a bowl.
2. Next, slowly add the water while stirring in with your hand to form a dough.
3. Sprinkle some flour onto your work surface, then put the dough on the flour.
4. Add the olive oil to the dough, before kneading for five minutes.
5. Divide the dough into six balls.
6. Roll each dough ball into a round, flat shape.
7. Heat a little oil in a small frying pan and spread around the pan using kitchen paper.
8. Cook each flatbread for two minutes on each side until it puffs up a little and has some brown patches from contact with the pan.
9. Once both sides are cooked, remove from the pan and serve warm.

Easy Flatbread Recipes: Crispy Flatbreads

While many people enjoy the soft texture of flatbreads, some prefer a crispy texture. Using the recipe for either flatbreads or wholemeal flatbreads, you can create crisp flatbreads by adding three simple steps after cooking.

1. Brush each flatbread with a little oil on both sides.
2. Bake the flatbreads in a pre-heated oven on high for five minutes.
3. Remove from the oven before leaving to cool for a few minutes, then cut into pieces and serve.

Other Tips for Easy Flatbread Recipes

• Variations– There are various ways that you can alter the flavour of flatbreads. Some ideas include adding garlic butter (not vegan or dairy-free), mixing some herbs into the dough, or even adding some coconut for a tropical twist.
• Healthier options– You can make these easy flatbread recipes healthier by not adding salt or using a low-sodium alternative.
• Alternative ways to serve flatbreads– While flatbreads are a fantastic accompaniment to soup, this is not the only way to serve them. They are excellent with dips, curries, stews, and anything with a sauce to mop up with the bread.
• Try– Flatbreads are amazing with soups that have herbs and spices, such as carrot & coriander soup.