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Garlic Naan Bread Recipe

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This Garlic Naan Bread recipe delivers warm, fluffy, and flavorful naan infused with garlic and fresh herbs. Perfectly crisp on the outside and soft on the inside, these homemade naans are cooked on a skillet and brushed with a savory garlic butter topping, making them an ideal accompaniment to Indian dishes or a delicious snack on their own.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings

Ingredients

Naan Dough

  • 1/4 cup warm water
  • 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast (or instant, rapid rise)
  • 3/4 cup warm milk
  • 3/4 cup Greek yogurt (or natural plain yogurt)
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil (plus 2 tablespoons extra for cooking)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (for dough)
  • 4 cups plain flour (plus extra for dusting)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Garlic Butter Topping

  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Activate Yeast: Combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast in a small bowl. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes bubbly on top to ensure the yeast is active.
  2. Prepare Dough: In a large mixing bowl, add the warm milk, yogurt, vegetable oil, minced garlic, flour, baking powder, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix together until a dough forms.
  3. Knead Dough: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead with floured hands for 3-5 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  4. First Rise: Lightly grease a clean bowl with cooking oil spray, place the dough inside, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rest at room temperature for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
  5. Divide and Roll: Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 10 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, then use a rolling pin to flatten into large ovals approximately 6 inches long and 1/8 inch thick.
  6. Heat Skillet: Preheat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly grease the skillet with 1/2 teaspoon of vegetable oil.
  7. Cook Naan – Side One: Place one rolled-out naan on the hot skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes until bubbles start forming on the surface. Brush the top with a little oil while cooking.
  8. Cook Naan – Side Two: Flip the naan and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown spots appear on the bottom.
  9. Keep Warm: Remove the cooked naan from the skillet and wrap it in a clean kitchen towel to keep warm. Repeat the cooking process with the remaining dough pieces.
  10. Prepare Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter with minced garlic.
  11. Brush Naan: Brush each warm naan with the garlic butter mixture and sprinkle with fresh cilantro or parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Use warm liquids (water and milk) to properly activate the yeast for best rise.
  • For softer naan, ensure dough rests long enough to double in size.
  • If you don’t have a cast iron skillet, use any heavy-bottomed pan for cooking.
  • Serve naan immediately for best texture; they can be reheated in a skillet or oven later.
  • Fresh herbs can be substituted or omitted as preferred.
  • Adjust garlic amounts in the dough and butter to suit your taste.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Indian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://monicarecipes.com/garlic-naan-bread-recipe/