Description
Savory homemade naan bread brings Indian culinary traditions to your kitchen with ease. Pillowy, warm flatbread pairs perfectly with curries and provides a delightful companion for many meals you’ll enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups (530 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) warm milk
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
Leavening and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons sugar
Optional Toppings:
- Butter or ghee, for brushing
- Garlic, chopped
- Cilantro
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Gather all dry components in a spacious mixing vessel, blending flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar until thoroughly integrated.
- Create a central hollow in the dry mixture, then pour yogurt, warm milk, and olive oil into the depression. Gently incorporate ingredients until a cohesive dough emerges.
- Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface and massage vigorously for approximately 5 minutes, developing a silky, elastic texture that springs back when touched.
- Transfer kneaded dough into a lightly oiled container, drape with a moisture-laden cloth, and allow to proof in a warm environment for 1-2 hours until volume doubles.
- Position a heavy skillet or griddle over medium-high heat, ensuring surface is thoroughly warmed before cooking.
- Separate dough into 6 uniform segments, rolling each portion into smooth, round spheres.
- Using a rolling pin, transform each sphere into thin, elongated ovals approximately 1/4 inch thick, maintaining consistent thickness.
- Position each flattened dough onto the heated surface, cooking for 1-2 minutes per side until golden patches develop and bread slightly inflates.
- Remove from heat and delicately paint with melted butter or ghee, optionally garnishing with minced garlic, fresh cilantro, or toasted sesame seeds.
- Present immediately while warm, accompanying with complementary curry or dipping sauces.
Notes
- Flour Selection: Use high-protein bread flour for chewier, more authentic naan with better texture and stretch.
- Yogurt Swap: Replace plain yogurt with Greek yogurt for extra tanginess and improved dough elasticity.
- Gluten-Free Adaptation: Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend containing xanthan gum for celiac-friendly version.
- Temperature Matters: Ensure warm milk is around 110°F to activate yeast and help dough rise perfectly without killing active cultures.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg