Za’atar Baked Pita Chips
Za’atar Baked Pita Chips are a crunchy and flavorful Middle Eastern-inspired snack, featuring toasted pita bread coated with a zesty za’atar spice blend and olive oil. These baked chips offer a healthier alternative to fried snacks and can be enjoyed on their own, as a dipper, or as a salad topping, combining ease of preparation with bold, aromatic flavors.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free pita bread)
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 4 pita breads (fresh or slightly stale)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons za’atar spice blend (thyme, sumac, sesame seeds, salt)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to create the ideal temperature for baking the pita chips to a perfect crisp without drying them out.
- Prepare the Pita Bread: Cut the pita breads into triangles or bite-sized pieces. Optionally separate the pita pocket layers for thinner, crispier chips.
- Mix Olive Oil and Za’atar: In a bowl, combine the olive oil, za’atar spice blend, and a pinch of salt. Stir well to create a fragrant and evenly flavored coating.
- Toss Pita Pieces: Lightly brush or toss the pita pieces in the olive oil and za’atar mixture so each piece is coated but not drenched.
- Arrange and Bake: Place the pita pieces in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 10-15 minutes until golden brown and crisp, turning the chips halfway through to ensure even baking.
- Cool and Enjoy: Remove the baked pita chips from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack. This helps them maintain their crunch before serving.
Notes
- Use freshly ground or high-quality za’atar for the best flavor.
- Cut pita slices evenly to ensure uniform crispness.
- Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet to prevent soggy chips.
- Check the chips frequently while baking to avoid burning.
- Allow chips to cool fully for maximum crunch before eating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1 pita bread worth of chips)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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