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Easy Garlic Naan Bread

Close-up of freshly baked garlic naan bread, topped with melted butter and chopped fresh parsley, on a wooden board.
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Make soft, fluffy garlic naan at home on your stovetop. This easy recipe is perfect as a side for curry night.

Ingredients

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  • 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup warm water (105-115°F)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus more for greasing
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine the yeast, sugar, and warm water. Let stand for 5-10 minutes, until foamy.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
  3. Add the yogurt, vegetable oil, and yeast mixture to the flour. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
  5. Lightly grease a clean bowl with vegetable oil. Place the dough in the bowl, turning to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  6. Punch down the dough and divide it into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball.
  7. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each ball into a thin oval shape, about 1/4 inch thick.
  8. Heat a dry skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat.
  9. Cook each naan for 1-2 minutes per side, until puffed and lightly browned in spots. You may see some bubbles form.
  10. While the naan is cooking, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, and chopped cilantro in a small bowl.
  11. Brush the cooked naan with the garlic butter mixture immediately after removing it from the pan.
  12. Serve warm.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can use milk instead of water for the yeast mixture.
  • If you don’t have yogurt, you can substitute it with an equal amount of milk.
  • Ensure your skillet is hot before adding the naan for the best puff.

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