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Naan Bread

Delicious homemade naan bread that is warm, fluffy, and perfect for dipping into your favorite curry.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Bread, Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
Wet Ingredients
  • ½ cup yogurt
  • ¼ cup warm water
  • 2 tablespoons oil (vegetable or olive oil)
  • as needed melted butter for brushing Use halal-certified butter.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Give it a good whisk to ensure everything is evenly distributed.
  2. Add the yogurt and warm water to the flour mixture. Mix with your hands or a spoon until the dough starts to come together.
  3. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic. If it’s too sticky, add a bit more flour.
  4. Form the dough into a ball, place it in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rest for about 20 minutes.
  5. After resting, divide the dough into equal portions (about 6-8). Dust each piece with flour and roll it out into an oval or tear-drop shape, about ¼ inch thick.
Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet or tandoor over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the naan in the skillet. Cook for about 1-2 minutes, or until bubbles form and the bottom is golden brown.
  2. Flip and cook the other side for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  3. Remove from the skillet and immediately brush the naan with melted butter for flavor.
Serving
  1. Enjoy your homemade naan bread fresh out of the skillet or keep it warm in a towel until ready to serve!

Notes

For a gluten-free option, try using gluten-free all-purpose flour. If the dough becomes too sticky, simply add more flour while kneading, but be careful not to overdo it. Ensure your skillet is hot enough before adding naan for proper puffing and char.