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Ingredients
Scale
3 cups (360 g) all‑purpose flour
1/2 tsp instant yeast
1 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups (360 ml) lukewarm water
Instructions
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In a bowl, mix flour, yeast, salt, and water until shaggy dough forms.
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Cover; let rise 12–18 hours at ~70 °F until bubbly and doubled.
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Place heavy 5‑qt pot on stovetop—preheat on low for 10 min.
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Scrape dough into pot lined with parchment; cover with lid.
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Bake covered on low-med heat for 20 min; remove lid, cook 10 min more.
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Check internal temp (~200 °F); cool 5 min before slicing.
Notes
FAQs
1. Can I make gluten‑free bread without an oven?
Yes—use rice or sorghum flour with psyllium husk, adjust hydration higher, and bake in a pot over low evenly heated surface.
2. How do I create steam on a stovetop loaf?
Add a small stainless dish of hot water inside the pot or cover with a tight lid; steam helps crust formation
3. What’s the best heat source for flatbreads outdoors?
A cast‑iron skillet over campfire embers or small camp stove, cooking 1–2 min per side, works well .
4. How do I know the dough is ready without an oven?
Look for bubbles and that dough springs back slowly when poked—giant air pockets are a good sign.
5. Can I bake bread if I don’t have yeast?
Yes! Try dumb‑bread (flour+baking powder) or ash‑cake methods; they produce simple flatbreads quickly .
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