Naan Indian Flat Bread
Soft, fluffy, and slightly chewy, this homemade Naan Indian Flat Bread is a must-try recipe for anyone looking to replicate restaurant-quality naan at home. Made from a simple yet flavorful dough enriched with yogurt and milk, this recipe combines classic techniques like dough rising and skillet cooking for that signature charred, bubbly texture. The naan is brushed with melted butter, and for an extra burst of flavor, you can add garlic and fresh cilantro as a garnish. Perfect for scooping up creamy curries or pairing with spicy stews, this versatile flatbread is an essential addition to your Indian-inspired meals. With just 90 minutes of prep time, this recipe promises to be both rewarding and delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup Warm water
- 0.25 cup Whole milk
- 0.25 cup Plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon Minced garlic (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for 5-10 minutes, until the mixture becomes frothy.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, mix together the yogurt, milk, and olive oil. Add this mixture, along with the frothy yeast mixture, to the dry ingredients.
Combine everything by mixing with a wooden spoon or your hands until a shaggy dough forms.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead by hand for about 6-8 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic. Add a small amount of flour if the dough is too sticky.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and let rest for 10 minutes.
Roll out each dough ball on a lightly floured surface into an oval or round shape, about 1/4 inch thick.
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Place one piece of rolled-out dough onto the dry skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, until bubbles form on the surface and the bottom develops brown spots.
Flip the naan and cook for another 1-2 minutes on the other side until golden brown. Repeat with the remaining dough.
Brush each naan with melted butter while still hot. If desired, sprinkle with minced garlic and fresh cilantro for added flavor.
Serve warm with your favorite Indian dishes, such as curry or stew.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2062 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.1 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.5 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 104 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 4068 mg | 177% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 312.0 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.1 g | ||
| Protein | 44.3 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 255 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 17.2 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 716 mg | 15% | |
*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.
