NAAN BREAD

Soft, pillowy naan bread is a beloved Indian flatbread, perfect for scooping up curries or enjoying on its own. This recipe delivers authentic flavor and texture using simple ingredients and step-by-step guidance.

INGREDIENTS
•  All-purpose flour: 375 g / 3 cups
•  Warm water (about 40°C / 105°F): 120 ml / ½ cup
•  Plain yogurt: 120 g / ½ cup
•  Active dry yeast: 7 g / 2¼ tsp (1 packet)
•  Sugar: 10 g / 2 tsp
•  Salt: 5 g / 1 tsp
•  Baking powder: 4 g / 1 tsp
•  Olive oil or melted ghee/baking butter works well : 30 ml / 2 tbsp

PREP TIME
15 minutes (plus 1 hour rising time)
COOKING TIME
15 minutes

STEP-BY-STEP COOKING INSTRUCTIONS
1.  Activate yeast – In a small bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2.  Combine dry ingredients – In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking powder.
3.  Add wet ingredients – Stir in yogurt, yeast mixture, and oil/ghee. Mix until dough forms.
4.  Knead the dough – Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5.  Let it rise – Cover and let the dough rest in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.
6.  Divide and shape – Punch down the dough, divide into 6–8 portions, and roll each into an oval or teardrop shape.
7.  Cook on hot skillet – Heat a skillet or tawa over medium-high heat. Cook each naan for 1–2 minutes per side until puffed and golden brown.
8.  Brush and serve – Brush with melted ghee or butter and serve warm.

HELPFUL COOKING TIPS
1.  Use full-fat yogurt for richer flavor and softer texture.
2.  Let the dough rise in a warm spot like inside a turned-off oven with the light on.
3.  Roll evenly and not too thin to ensure puffiness and softness.
4.  Cook on a very hot skillet for authentic char and bubbles.
5.  Brush with garlic butter or ghee immediately after cooking for extra flavor.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (PER NAAN)
•  Calories: ~180 kcal
•  Carbohydrates: ~30 g
•  Protein: ~5 g
•  Fat: ~5 g
•  Fiber: ~2 g

DIETARY TAGS
•  Vegetarian
•  Nut-free

ALLERGEN INFORMATION
•  Contains gluten (from flour)
•  Contains dairy (from yogurt and optional ghee)