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Soft, buttery Indian garlic naan bread that’s super easy to make at home in about 90 minutes, perfect as a cozy side for curries or soups.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 naans 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 package (0.25 oz) active dry yeast or instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 cup warm water (110°F)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons oil or ghee
  • 3 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro or parsley

Instructions

  1. Combine yeast, sugar, and warm water in a bowl. Let it rest for 10 minutes until it bubbles and foams.
  2. In a big bowl, stir together flour, salt, yogurt, and oil.
  3. Pour in the frothy yeast mixture and knead for 10 minutes until the dough is soft, smooth, and elastic (it may feel sticky at first).
  4. Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  5. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces.
  6. Roll each piece into a roughly 8-inch oval shape on a floured surface.
  7. Heat a lightly oiled cast-iron or non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  8. Cook each naan for about 1 minute per side until bubbly and golden brown.
  9. Mix garlic into the melted butter.
  10. Brush the garlic butter over the warm naans generously.
  11. Sprinkle with salt and top with freshly chopped cilantro or parsley.

Notes

For a vegan version, swap yogurt with coconut milk and use vegan butter., For a richer dough, substitute lukewarm milk for water., Use gluten-free flour with xanthan gum for gluten-free baking., Store naan in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze individually wrapped for up to 2 months., Reheat in a skillet or microwave with a little butter to bring back softness., Wrapping cooked naans in a clean towel helps keep them soft and fluffy.

  • Author: Laura
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 naan
  • Calories: 248 kcal per serving
  • Fat: 7 g per serving
  • Carbohydrates: 39 g per serving
  • Protein: 6 g per serving