Naan Bread

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  • Prep Time

    1 hr 20 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    1 hr 26 mins

  • Servings

    8

  • Calories

    231 kcal

  • Course

    Bread

  • Cuisine

    Indian

Naan Bread

Our famous homemade Naan bread is soft and chewy with the perfect hint of garlic. It's an easy side - perfect for pairing with any meal.

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Ingredients

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  • ½ cup warm water
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ cup PLAIN yogurt
  • 1 egg
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2½-3 cups all purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons Butter, melted
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic 
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Instructions

  1. Combine warm water, yeast, and sugar in a large bowl; let sit for five minutes or till bubbly. Add olive oil, yogurt, egg, salt, and flour. Stir till smooth.
  2. Add enough flour to make a soft dough. Knead a few times on a floured counter until smooth. Place dough in a greased bowl.
  3. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled.
  4. Preheat a skillet to medium heat. Cut dough into eight pieces. On a floured surface, roll out each piece into a 6-inch circle. 
  5. Add a little oil or non-stick spray to the skillet. Cook each circle for 2-3 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown on the bottom.
  6. Flip over and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Brush the top (the bubbly side) of each naan with melted butter. Add 2 teaspoons garlic to 2 tablespoons butter (opptional).

Notes

  • Recipe tips.
  • Store the dough. Place dough in an airtight container large enough to accommodate a gradual rise, refrigerate 1-2 days. Punch down, divide, and bake according to the directions.
  • To freeze, use 3 teaspoons of yeast in the dough to compensate for any that will die in the freezer. Let the dough rise to double, punch it down, and divide it into balls. Place the dough balls on a baking sheet and freeze for up to 3 months. Once frozen, store them together in a freezer-safe container. To serve, let the dough thaw and cook. 
  • Store cooled bread in a Ziploc bag at room temperature for 1-2 days, in the fridge for 5-7, or up to 3 months in the freezer.
  • Store cooled bread in a Ziploc bag at room temperature for 1-2 days, in the fridge for 5-7, or up to 3 months in the freezer.
  • Thickness matters. The thickness should only be about 3-5mm thick. If rolled too thin they'll be crispy, but if rolled too thick, they won't form bubbles.  
  • Use a hot skillet. Homemade naan is traditionally cooked in a tandoor oven, but you can also use a cast iron skillet, which distributes heat equally, giving an even cook to each piece of dough.
  • Use bread flour. Trust us on this one, the extra gluten in bread flour is what helps give this recipe its signature light and chewy texture.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 231kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 31g (10%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 29mg (10%) Sodium 184mg (8%) Potassium 70mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 125IU (3%) Calcium 18mg (2%) Iron 1.9mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 231 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 231kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 31g 10%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 29mg 10%
Sodium 184mg 8%
Potassium 70mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 125IU 3%
Calcium 18mg 2%
Iron 1.9mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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