Description
Delicious “homemade naan bread” brings authentic Indian flavors straight to kitchen counters. Pillowy, warm flatbreads deliver comfort with simple ingredients and easy preparation for confident home cooks who crave restaurant-quality results.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ¾ cup warm water
Leavening and Seasoning:
- 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
Finishing and Flavoring:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by combining warm water, sugar, and yeast in a small vessel. Allow the mixture to rest and become frothy for approximately 5-10 minutes.
- Create a flour base by combining salt with flour in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Incorporate yogurt, olive oil, egg, and the activated yeast mixture into the flour blend.
- Knead the ingredients thoroughly until a cohesive, smooth dough emerges. Work the dough on a lightly dusted surface or utilize a stand mixer with a dough hook for optimal texture.
- Transfer the prepared dough into a lightly greased container, drape with a kitchen cloth, and permit it to expand and rise in a warm environment for approximately one hour.
- Deflate the risen dough and segment it into 6-8 uniform portions.
- Gently shape each segment into an oval or circular form, rolling to achieve a thin, consistent thickness of about 1/4 inch.
- Preheat a cast iron skillet or non-stick pan over medium-high temperature.
- Position each naan on the heated surface, cooking until characteristic bubbles form. Flip and continue cooking until golden regions and subtle charred spots develop.
- Craft a complementary topping by blending melted butter with minced garlic and chopped cilantro.
- Generously brush the warm naan with the aromatic butter mixture.
- Present immediately alongside complementary dishes like curries, dips, or use as a versatile sandwich wrap.
Notes
- Master the yeast activation by ensuring water temperature is between 100-110°F to guarantee proper fermentation without killing the yeast.
- Use full-fat Greek yogurt for richer, softer naan that maintains a tender, pillowy texture and enhances authentic flavor.
- For gluten-free adaptation, substitute all-purpose flour with a blend of gluten-free flour mix and add xanthan gum to improve dough elasticity and structure.
- Experiment with alternative toppings like za’atar, everything bagel seasoning, or sesame seeds for diverse flavor profiles that elevate the basic naan recipe.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg