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Homemade Easy Naan Bread brushed with soft garlic butter, perfect for dips.

Easy Naan Bread with Soft Garlic Butter

This easy naan bread recipe is warm, fluffy, and perfect for pairing with soups and curries. The garlic butter finish makes it a delightful addition to any meal.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Bread, Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 3 cups All purpose flour
  • 1 cup Plain yogurt (regular or Greek)
  • as needed cups Warm water or milk As needed to adjust dough consistency
  • 2 teaspoons Instant yeast Can substitute with active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar A tiny bit for yeast activation
Finishing Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Melted, for brushing
  • 3 cloves Garlic Mashed into butter
  • as desired Chopped cilantro or parsley For garnish

Method
 

Preparing the Dough
  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, yogurt, instant yeast, salt, and sugar.
  2. Gradually add warm water or milk until the dough comes together.
  3. Knead the dough for about 5-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rest for at least 45 minutes to 2 hours.
Cooking the Naan
  1. Preheat a cast iron skillet or heavy pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Divide the rested dough into 6-8 equal pieces and roll them into balls.
  3. Flatten each ball into a disc about 1/4 inch thick.
  4. Place the dough on the hot skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and bubbly.
  5. Remove from heat and brush immediately with the garlic butter mixture.
  6. Keep finished naan warm under a clean towel while cooking the rest.

Notes

For variations, consider adding cheese, red pepper flakes, herbs, or onions to the dough. Store any leftovers sealed to avoid drying out, and reheat before serving.