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Naan Bread

Pillowy, charred, buttery naan is the quintessential side for any curry dish.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Proofing Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 30 minutes
Course: Bread
Cuisine: Indian, Middle Eastern
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 3 1/2 cups of all purpose flour
  • 1 packet of dry instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1 teaspoon of baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
  • 2/3 cup of full fat plain greek yogurt
  • 1 cup of warm water (between 100-110 degrees)

Garlic Butter

  • 1/4 cup of butter, melted
  • 2 cloves of garlic, finely minced
  • fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
  • black sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  • Combine 3 1/2 cups of all purpose flour with 1 packet of dry instant yeast, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon baking soda in a large bowl and whisk until combined 
  • Add 2/3 cup of full fat plain Greek yogurt and 1 cup of warm water and mix until a shaggy dough comes together and all of the dry ingredients have been incorporated
  • Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 3-4 minutes or until the dough is soft, elastic and a little sticky
  • Use a shark knife or dough cutter to divide the dough into 8 equal portions 
  • Spray a sheet of parchment paper with nonstick spray and place onto a baking sheet
  • Use damp hands to form each portion of dough into a ball and transfer onto the greased parchment paper 
  • Once all of the dough has been shaped, cover with a light towel over top and rest the dough for 60 minutes in a warm place
  • Once rested, place a large skillet over medium high heat and allow it to preheat
  • Roll a portion of the dough out into a long oval that is about 1/4 inch thick 
  • Transfer the dough onto the preheated skillet and cook until the bottom is slightly charred and bubbles have formed over the top
  • Flip the naan and cook for another 60-90 seconds 
  • Repeat until all of the dough has been cooked 
  • Transfer cooked naan into a towel to stay warm while you are cooking the rest of the portions
  • Once all of the naan has been cooked, brush with a combination of melted butter and finely minced garlic
  • Garnish with finely chopped parsley and black sesame seeds and enjoy immediately