The crispy thing you're referring to is likely pita bread or pita chips. Pita bread is a Middle Eastern flatbread that is commonly served with hummus. It can be cut into triangles or rectangles and toasted until crispy. Here's how you can make a Jain and vegetarian version of pita chips without an oven or microwave:
Ingredients:
- Pita bread (Jain or vegetarian variety)
- Olive oil (or any cooking oil of your choice)
- Salt (to taste)
- Any desired spices (such as paprika, garlic powder, or dried herbs) - optional
Instructions:
Start by preheating a non-stick skillet or frying pan over medium heat on the stovetop.
While the skillet is heating, take the pita bread and cut it into triangles or rectangles, whichever shape you prefer.
Lightly brush one side of each pita bread piece with olive oil. You can use a silicone brush or simply drizzle a small amount of oil and spread it evenly with your fingers.
Sprinkle salt and any desired spices over the oiled side of the pita bread. This step is optional, but it adds flavor to the chips.
Place the oiled and seasoned side of the pita bread down onto the preheated skillet. Cook for about 2-3 minutes or until the bottom side turns golden brown and crispy.
While the first side is cooking, lightly brush the remaining side of each pita bread piece with oil and sprinkle salt and spices if desired.
Flip the pita bread pieces using tongs or a spatula and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the second side becomes golden brown and crispy.
Remove the pita chips from the skillet and transfer them to a plate lined with a paper towel to absorb any excess oil.
Repeat the process with the remaining pita bread pieces until all of them have been toasted and turned into crispy chips.
Allow the pita chips to cool down slightly before serving with hummus or any other desired dip.
By following these steps, you can make Jain and vegetarian pita chips on the stovetop without using an oven or microwave.