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Homemade garlic naan bread with herbs ready to serve.

Garlic Naan

Fluffy and slightly charred garlic naan perfect for any meal, especially paired with curry.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 pieces
Course: Bread, Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Naan Dough Ingredients
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 package (0.25 oz) active dry yeast or instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon sugar To activate the yeast.
  • 1 cup warm water (about 110°F) Essential for blooming the yeast.
  • 1 teaspoon salt For flavor.
  • 4 tablespoons plain yogurt For tenderness.
  • 2 tablespoons oil or ghee
  • 3 tablespoons minced garlic For flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter To brush on cooked naan.
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro or parsley For garnish.

Method
 

Preparing the Dough
  1. Sprinkle yeast over warm water with sugar and let bloom for 10 minutes until frothy.
  2. Mix flour, salt, yogurt, oil, and the yeast water until the mixture is soft and slightly sticky.
  3. Knead the dough for a few minutes until smooth, then cover and let it double in size.
Shaping and Cooking
  1. Divide the dough into equal portions, shape them into teardrop forms.
  2. Preheat a skillet until very hot, then cook each naan until bubbles appear and are lightly charred, flipping as necessary.
  3. Brush each naan with melted garlic butter right after cooking.
  4. Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley before serving.

Notes

Make sure to not overwork the dough for best results. You can freeze the dough pre-shaped if needed.