Description
Homemade Naan Bread is a delightful addition to any meal, featuring a soft and fluffy texture with a slightly charred exterior. Perfect for scooping up your favorite curries or enjoying with spreads, this recipe will impress family and friends alike. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll create warm, delicious naan right from your kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ cup plain yogurt (or Greek yogurt)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or ghee
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional for garlic naan)
Instructions
- 1. Activate the yeast: In a bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2. Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
- 3. Mix wet ingredients: Add yogurt and olive oil/ghee to the flour mixture. Pour in the activated yeast mixture and stir until shaggy dough forms.
- 4. Knead the dough: Transfer to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5. Let it rise: Place in an oiled bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm area for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
- 6. Shape naan: Punch down the dough, divide into equal portions (6-8), roll out into teardrop shapes.
- 7. Cook naan: Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each naan for about 1-2 minutes on each side until puffy with golden spots.
- 8. Optional finishing touches: Brush with melted ghee or garlic butter while warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 204
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 257mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg