Naan Bread
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Naan Bread
Description
Naan Bread combines self-raising flour with yeast, sugar, salt, egg, milk, cooking oil, and warm water to form a dough that is firm yet pliable. After mixing, the dough rests in an oiled bowl to rise for at least 30 minutes, allowing the yeast to activate and create air pockets for softness. Once risen, dividing the dough into small balls and rolling them out prepares them for cooking.
The cooking method involves placing the rolled-out dough on a pan with water added on one side, which helps create steam and bubbling. The bread cooks until bubbles appear and then flips to brown the other side. This process yields naan with a soft texture inside and a lightly browned crust.
Finishing with butter, garlic, or coriander tops the naan with additional aroma and richness. Serving immediately preserves the bread's softness and warmth, and naan pairs well with dishes like kebabs and curry, enhancing meal enjoyment.
Ingredients
- 300 g self-raising flour
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp yeast
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 tbsp neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 100 ml water Warm
Instructions
- In a large bowl add the ingredients into a bowl then combine the ingredients together to form a firm dough – add more water if required
- Oil the bowl and leave the dough to set and rise for at least half an hour
- Create small balls with the dough and then roll out
- Add water on one side of the naan bread
- Cook on a pan for a few minutes until a few bubbles form
- Flip the pan and cook the naan for a few more minutes until the naan bread is browned
- Add butter and garlic or coriander if desired
- Serve immediately and enjoy with your favourite kebab and curry!
Notes
- The dough should be rolled into small balls before flattening to ensure even cooking and texture.
- Apply water on one side of the naan while cooking to encourage bubbling and a light crust.
- Add butter and fresh herbs or garlic after cooking for added flavor and moisture.
- Serve the naan promptly after cooking to maintain its softness and warmth with your favorite dishes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Naans
Amount Per Serving
Calories 168 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 168kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 21mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 157mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 65mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 37IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.01mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.