Description
Learn how to make delicious Homemade Naan Bread with this easy recipe. This soft and fluffy Indian flatbread pairs perfectly with curries or makes a tasty snack on its own.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 cup warm water (110°F/45°C)
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- 1/4 cup warm milk
For Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing)
- optional minced garlic or chopped herbs
Instructions
- Prepare Yeast Mixture: Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water; let sit until foamy.
- Mix Dough: Whisk flour and salt; add in yogurt, oil, milk, and yeast mixture to form a dough. Knead until smooth.
- Rise Dough: Let dough rise until doubled in size.
- Shape and Cook: Divide dough, roll into ovals, cook in a hot skillet until puffed and golden.
- Finish: Brush with butter and garnish with garlic or herbs. Serve hot.
Notes
- For softer naan, cover with a towel after cooking to retain steam.
- Naan can be frozen for up to 2 months; reheat in a skillet or oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus 1–1 1/2 hours rising)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 naan
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
