Easy Garlic Naan Bread (Print Version)

Soft, pillowy naan infused with garlic and brushed with butter. Ready in 35 minutes.

# What You Need:

→ Dough

01 - 3 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 package (0.25 oz) active dry yeast
03 - 1 teaspoon sugar
04 - 1 cup warm water
05 - 1 teaspoon salt
06 - 4 tablespoons plain yogurt
07 - 2 tablespoons oil or ghee

→ Garlic Butter Topping

08 - 3 tablespoons minced garlic
09 - 2 tablespoons melted butter

# How-To Steps:

01 - Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a large mixing bowl. Stir well and let sit for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy.
02 - Add flour, salt, yogurt, and oil or ghee to the yeast mixture. Mix until a cohesive dough forms.
03 - Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead for 5 to 7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
04 - Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and allow to rise in a warm location for approximately 1 hour until doubled in volume.
05 - Punch down the risen dough and divide into 8 equal portions. Roll each piece into an oval or teardrop shape approximately 1/4 inch thick.
06 - Heat a cast iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat until thoroughly preheated.
07 - Place one naan in the hot skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface. Flip and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown spots appear.
08 - Remove naan from skillet and immediately brush with the melted butter mixed with minced garlic.
09 - Repeat cooking and topping process with remaining dough portions. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The dough comes together faster than delivery would arrive
  • That moment when bubbles form and blister creates magic you cannot buy in stores
02 -
  • The pan must be properly hot or you will end up with tough, flat bread
  • Rolling dough thin enough helps those beautiful bubbles form and puff
03 -
  • Ghee instead of oil adds authentic Indian flavor
  • Mix the garlic butter just before brushing so the garlic stays pungent
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