Description
Homemade naan bread brings warmth from Indian kitchens straight to your table. Pillowy, golden rounds complement curries perfectly and invite you to savor authentic flavors with minimal effort.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup warm water
Leavening and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
Liquid and Oil Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 3 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing)
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by combining it with sugar in warm water, allowing the mixture to bloom and become frothy for optimal fermentation.
- Incorporate yogurt, olive oil, and egg into the yeast mixture, whisking thoroughly to create a uniform liquid base.
- Gradually fold in flour and salt, transforming the liquid into a cohesive, pliable dough through gentle kneading until achieving a smooth, elastic texture.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly oiled container, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rest in a warm environment, allowing it to expand and develop complex flavors.
- Punch down the risen dough and divide it into uniform portions, then gently stretch and roll each piece into thin, oblong shapes.
- Preheat a heavy skillet or griddle to medium-high temperature, creating an ideal surface for rapid, even cooking.
- Place each naan on the hot surface, watching for characteristic bubbles and golden-brown spots to develop, then flip to cook the opposite side.
- Enhance the bread’s richness by brushing freshly cooked naan with melted butter, creating a glossy, aromatic finish.
- Serve immediately while warm to preserve the naan’s soft, pillowy texture and maximize flavor enjoyment.
Notes
- Activate yeast perfectly by ensuring water temperature is between 100-110°F, which helps activate without killing the delicate microorganisms.
- Substitute dairy yogurt with coconut or almond yogurt for a vegan-friendly version that maintains similar moisture and texture.
- Experiment with whole wheat flour or gluten-free flour blends to accommodate different dietary preferences while keeping the classic naan structure.
- Store leftover naan in an airtight container and reheat on a skillet with a light brush of olive oil to restore its soft, pillowy texture.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg