Description
Garlic Naan Bread is a warm and fluffy Indian flatbread infused with aromatic garlic, perfect for scooping up rich curries or enjoying with melted butter. Its golden-brown crust and soft interior make it an irresistible addition to any meal, transforming simple dinners into special occasions. This easy-to-follow recipe allows you to enjoy the authentic taste of freshly baked naan at home without needing a tandoor oven.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp active dry yeast
- 3/4 cup warm water (110°F)
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by combining warm water and yeast in a bowl; let sit for 5 minutes until bubbly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt; create a well and add the yeast mixture.
- Mix in yogurt and olive oil until combined into a shaggy dough.
- Knead on a floured surface for about 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm area for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough, divide into equal portions, and roll each into rounds.
- Cook each naan in a preheated skillet over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes per side until puffed and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 naan (80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg