Have you seen flatbreads on some of your favorite restaurant menus and wondered what the deal is? You’re not alone. Does it mean leavened or unleavened bread? Is it basically just pizza? Have we Americanized this so much that it kind of means nothing? Basically, yes. But in losing its original definition (unleavened bread), it now kind of refers to any bread you can pile ingredients in or on, and we’re not mad about that! Flatbreads can be as simple or as elaborate as you like, and make for a great lunch or weeknight dinner. Check out our 32 flatbread recipes—they might not all be perfectly authentic, but they are all delicious.Let’s start with the basics. Flatbreads have been around for hundreds of years, and many cultures have their own version. South Asia has naan, the Mediterranean has pita, Italy has focaccia, Mexico has corn and flour tortillas, Jewish cultures have matzo, Central America has pupusas… You could just enjoy them on their own, but they’re even better once you’ve top...
