Description
Pillowy and warm garlic naan bread, perfect for pairing with curries or enjoying on its own, crafted from simple pantry staples.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
- Add the yogurt and warm water; mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough for a few minutes until smooth, then let it rest for 30 minutes covered.
- Divide the dough into small balls; roll each into an oval shape.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the naan on the skillet for 1–2 minutes or until bubbly, then flip and cook the other side.
- Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with minced garlic.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
For a vegan version, replace yogurt with unsweetened dairy-free yogurt and swap butter for melted olive oil. Ensure dough is soft and slightly tacky for best results.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 naan
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 1.8g
- Protein: 7.5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg