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Soft and tender homemade naan bread made with just five simple ingredients—flour, salt, instant yeast, Greek yogurt, and water. No kneading required, quick to prepare, and cooked on the stove in under two minutes per naan. Brushed with melted butter for extra flavor.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 23 minutes
  • Yield: 4 naans 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup (120 g) Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons boiling water
  • Butter, for brushing (amount as desired)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, instant yeast, and kosher salt until well combined.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the Greek yogurt with the boiling water until smooth.
  3. Pour the yogurt and water mixture into the dry ingredients.
  4. Use a spatula to stir until the dough starts to come together.
  5. Knead the dough by hand for about 1 minute until a sticky, soft ball forms.
  6. Cover the bowl with a clean towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes or until it has puffed up.
  7. Lightly flour a work surface and turn out the risen dough onto it.
  8. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions.
  9. Roll each portion into a round ball.
  10. Using a rolling pin, roll each ball into an 8- to 9-inch circle.
  11. Heat a heavy skillet (cast iron preferred) over high heat until very hot and steaming.
  12. Place one rolled dough circle into the skillet, cover with a lid, and cook for about 1 minute.
  13. Flip the naan and cook uncovered for another 30 seconds.
  14. Remove the naan and immediately brush with melted butter.
  15. Stack the cooked naan on a plate and cover with a towel to keep warm and soft.
  16. Repeat cooking process with remaining dough pieces.

Notes

Sticky dough is normal and helps create soft, tender naan—flour your hands and surface lightly as needed to handle., You can substitute plain yogurt for Greek yogurt but ensure it is thick; adjust liquid accordingly if thinner., For active dry yeast, proof it first in warm water with a pinch of sugar until foamy before mixing., Naan can be cooked on a grill over medium-high heat for a smoky flavor; cook times may vary so watch closely., Naan is done when golden bubbles and lightly charred spots appear, and it puffs up slightly.

  • Author: mapps6841@gmail.com
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 naan
  • Calories: Approximately 200 calories per naan (varies with butter)
  • Fat: 4 g per serving
  • Carbohydrates: 35 g per serving
  • Protein: 6 g per serving