Naan

Naan
  • PREP TIME
    30 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    2 hrs 30 mins
  • SERVING
    14 People
  • VIEWS
    7.9K

Experience the warmth and comfort of freshly made naan, a soft and chewy flatbread that's perfect for scooping up your favorite curries or simply enjoying with a touch of butter. This recipe brings the authentic taste of Indian cuisine to your home kitchen.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    4 g
  • Cholesterol
    22 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    1 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    363 mg
  • Sugar
    4 g
  • Fat
    4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 10 mins In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Let stand until frothy, about 10 minutes.

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Recipe View 5 mins Generously oil a large bowl.

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Recipe View 5 mins Stir sugar, milk, egg, and salt into the yeast mixture. Gradually mix in enough flour to form a soft, slightly sticky dough.

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Recipe View 8 mins Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Add more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, if the dough is too sticky.

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Recipe View 1 hrs Place dough in the oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

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Recipe View 30 mins Punch down dough on a lightly floured surface and knead in garlic. Divide dough into about 14 equal pieces (about the size of a golf ball). Roll each piece into a ball and place on a tray. Cover with a towel and let rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat a large grill pan or cast-iron skillet over high heat until very hot. Alternatively, preheat your oven to the highest temperature (500-550°F) with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside.

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Recipe View 2 mins Roll each piece of dough into a thin oval or circle, about 6-8 inches in diameter.

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Recipe View 4 mins If using a grill pan: Brush the preheated grill pan with some melted butter. Place a few pieces of dough in the pan (as many as will fit without overcrowding) and cook until puffy and lightly browned, 2-3 minutes. Brush butter onto the uncooked sides, flip, and cook until browned, 2-4 more minutes. Remove from the grill and repeat to cook the remaining naan.

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Recipe View 4 mins If using an oven: Gently place the rolled naan onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 2-4 minutes, or until puffy and lightly browned. Watch carefully as they can burn quickly.

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Recipe View 2 mins Brush the cooked naan with melted butter and serve immediately. Enjoy!

For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of nigella seeds or chopped cilantro to the dough.
Naan is best served fresh and warm. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container and reheat them in a skillet or microwave before serving.
If you don't have a grill pan or pizza stone, you can cook the naan in a regular skillet over medium-high heat.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 2.6K Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Katelynn Gorczany

    I added a little bit of garlic powder to the dough, and it was amazing! Thanks for sharing this recipe.

  • Alvena Connelly

    This recipe is fantastic! The naan turned out so soft and fluffy, just like the ones I get at my favorite Indian restaurant.

  • Garth Reynolds

    The family loves them, they are easy to make and taste delicious

  • Lucious Block

    I've tried several naan recipes before, but this one is by far the best. The dough is easy to work with, and the results are delicious!

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