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Homemade Naan Bread Recipe

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This classic naan bread recipe yields soft, fluffy, and slightly golden Indian flatbread perfect for pairing with curries, stews, or enjoying on its own. Made with simple ingredients like flour, yogurt, milk, and yeast, this homemade naan can be cooked on a hot pan or baked in the oven for a traditional touch.

Ingredients

Dough Ingredients

  • 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp instant yeast
  • ¾ cup warm milk
  • 2 tbsp yogurt
  • 2 tbsp melted butter or oil

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast thoroughly to evenly distribute the ingredients.
  2. Add Wet Ingredients and Knead: Pour in the warm milk, yogurt, and melted butter into the dry mixture. Knead the mixture by hand or with a stand mixer until a soft, elastic dough forms, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. Let Dough Rise: Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour until it doubles in size.
  4. Divide and Shape Dough: Punch down the risen dough and divide it into smaller portions. Roll each portion into an oval shape on a lightly floured surface.
  5. Cook Naan: Heat a heavy-bottomed pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each naan on the hot pan until it puffs up and develops golden brown spots, about 2-3 minutes per side. Alternatively, place rolled naans on a baking sheet and bake at 230°C (450°F) until puffed and golden, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Brush with Butter and Serve: Remove the cooked naan from the pan or oven and immediately brush generously with melted butter. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Ensure the milk is warm but not hot when mixing to activate the yeast properly.
  • Yogurt adds softness and slight tanginess to the naan, making it more tender.
  • For extra flavor, you can add minced garlic or nigella seeds before cooking.
  • If baking, preheat the oven properly to achieve the best puff and texture.
  • Butter brushing is optional but adds authentic richness and shine to the naan.
  • Leftover naan can be reheated on a pan or in the oven and stored in an airtight container.

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