Indian Naan Bread

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Soft, pillowy, and irresistibly buttery, this Indian Naan Bread recipe is the ultimate homemade flatbread experience. Made with a blend of all-purpose flour, yogurt, and a hint of milk for added tenderness, it’s leavened with active dry yeast for the perfect airy texture. Kneaded to smooth perfection and cooked in a hot skillet, each naan develops beautifully charred spots, a hallmark of traditional naan bread. Brushed with melted butter and optionally topped with minced garlic and fresh cilantro, this versatile bread pairs wonderfully with rich curries, saucy stews, or flavorful dips. With an approachable prep time and foolproof step-by-step instructions, this recipe is your perfect introduction to making authentic naan bread at home, delivering restaurant-level results every time.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: N/A
• Cook Time: 20 min
• Total Time: 20 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 packet Active dry yeast
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Warm water
• 0.5 cup Plain yogurt
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 3 tablespoons Butter (melted for brushing)
• 2 cloves Garlic (optional, minced for topping)
• 2 tablespoons Chopped cilantro (optional, for garnish)

📝 Instructions

11 steps

1. In a small bowl, dissolve the sugar and active dry yeast in the warm water. Let this mixture sit for 10 minutes, or until it begins to look frothy.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder. Mix well.

3. Add the yogurt, milk, vegetable oil, and the yeast-water mixture to the dry ingredients. Stir until a rough dough forms.

4. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead it for about 8-10 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic. If the dough is sticky, sprinkle it with a little more flour as needed.

5. Place the dough into a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1-1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.

6. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 6 equal portions. Shape each portion into a ball and let them rest for 10 minutes.

7. Preheat a skillet or cast iron pan over medium heat. Lightly grease the skillet with a small amount of oil.

8. Roll out one ball of dough into an oval or round shape, about 1/4 inch thick. Place it onto the hot skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until bubbles begin to form on the top.

9. Flip the naan and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until the bottom develops light brown spots. Remove it from the skillet and brush it immediately with melted butter.

10. Repeat with the remaining dough balls. If desired, sprinkle each naan with minced garlic and chopped cilantro while brushing with butter.

11. Serve the naan warm with your favorite curry, chutney, or dip.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (708.8g)

Calories		2094
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		70.3 g	90%
	Saturated Fat	29.8 g	149%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	16.8 g
Cholesterol		112 mg	37%
Sodium		2609 mg	113%
Total Carbohydrate		311.5 g	113%
	Dietary Fiber	11.8 g	42%
	Total Sugars	22.2 g
Protein		50.5 g	101%
Vitamin D		2.5 mcg	13%
Calcium		380 mg	29%
Iron		14.3 mg	79%
Potassium		864 mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 632 cal (30.4%%)

Protein: 202 cal (9.7%%)

Carbs: 1246 cal (59.9%%)