Description
Garlic Naan is a delicious Indian flatbread infused with garlic flavor and topped with fresh cilantro. This easy homemade naan is cooked on a stovetop, resulting in a soft, chewy bread that pairs perfectly with curries or can be enjoyed on its own.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Garlic Butter Topping:
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 3 cloves garlic (finely minced)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, sugar, baking powder, and yeast. Add warm water, yogurt, and oil, and mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5–7 minutes until soft and elastic.
- Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Once risen, divide the dough into 6 equal portions and roll each piece into a ball.
- On a floured surface, roll out each ball into an oval or teardrop shape about 1/4 inch thick.
- Heat a skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Place one naan in the dry skillet and cook for 1–2 minutes, until bubbles form.
- Flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes, pressing down gently with a spatula for even cooking.
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter with minced garlic. Brush the hot naan with garlic butter as soon as it comes off the skillet. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro if desired.
- Repeat with remaining dough and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra char, you can broil the naan briefly after cooking in the skillet.
- Store leftovers wrapped in foil and reheat in a warm oven or toaster.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 naan
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
