Description
The Best Easy Garlic Naan Bread is a delightful addition to any meal, bringing the authentic taste of Indian cuisine right into your kitchen. This homemade garlic naan features a soft, fluffy texture infused with rich garlic flavor and brushed with melted butter for that extra touch of indulgence. Perfect as an accompaniment to your favorite curry dishes or enjoyed on its own, this easy naan recipe takes just under 30 minutes to prepare.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 package (0.25 oz) active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 cup warm water (110°F)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons oil or ghee
- 3 tablespoons minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a mixing bowl; let sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add flour, salt, yogurt, and oil to the yeast mixture; mix until a dough forms.
- Knead on a floured surface for 5–7 minutes until smooth; place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for about 1 hour.
- After rising, punch down the dough and divide it into equal portions; roll each portion into an oval shape about ¼ inch thick.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat; cook each naan for about 2 minutes on one side until bubbles form, then flip and cook for another minute until golden brown. Brush with melted garlic butter after cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 naan (70g)
- Calories: 181
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 297mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg