Homemade Naan Bread
Naan bread is the ultimate accompaniment for your favorite curries, offering a soft, chewy texture that soaks up flavors beautifully. This homemade recipe is simple enough for any weeknight meal and versatile enough to impress your guests. With just a handful of pantry staples, you can create fluffy naan that elevates your dining experience. Whether enjoyed plain or infused with herbs and spices, this naan is sure to delight your taste buds and warm your heart.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 8 servings 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Cooking on stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp oil or ghee
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix warm water with sugar and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- Gradually stir in flour and salt until you form a shaggy dough.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place in an oiled bowl, cover with a cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough, divide into equal portions, and roll each into an oval shape.
- Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each naan for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 naan (80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg