Amazing 8-Minute Soft Naan Bread
This quick and easy naan bread recipe results in soft, pillowy bread that pairs perfectly with any curry or stew.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Cooking on stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Butter or ghee (for brushing)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the yeast, sugar, and warm water. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- In a larger bowl, mix the flour and salt.
- Add the yeast mixture, yogurt, and olive oil to the flour mix.
- Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it’s smooth.
- Cover the dough and let it rest for 1-2 minutes.
- Divide the dough into small balls and roll them into flat circles, about 1/4 inch thick.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook each naan for about 1-2 minutes on each side until puffed and golden.
- Brush with melted butter or ghee before serving.
Notes
Store leftover naan in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for up to a month.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 naan
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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