Ingredients
Naan Breads:
ΒΌ cup warm water π§
2 teaspoons granulated sugar π¬
1 Β½ teaspoons active dry yeast or instant, rapid rise π
ΒΎ cup warm milk π₯
ΒΎ cup Greek yogurt or natural plain yogurt π₯
ΒΌ cup vegetable oil, plus 2 tablespoons extra for cooking π’οΈ
2 cloves garlic, minced π§
4 cups plain flour, plus extra for dusting πΎ
1 teaspoon baking powder π₯
1 teaspoon salt π§
Garlic Butter Topping:
3 tablespoons butter, melted π§
2 cloves garlic, minced π§
1 teaspoon fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped πΏ
Instructions
1οΈβ£ Prepare the Yeast Mixture:
Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture bubbles on top. π₯£
2οΈβ£ Mix the Dough:
Add milk, yogurt, oil, minced garlic, flour, baking powder, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until the dough comes together. π₯πΆ
3οΈβ£ Knead the Dough:
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead with floured hands until smooth, about 3-5 minutes. π©βπ³
4οΈβ£ Let the Dough Rise:
Lightly grease the mixing bowl with a small spray of cooking oil. Transfer the dough back to the bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rest at room temperature for about an hour until doubled in size. β³
5οΈβ£ Divide and Roll the Dough:
When ready to cook, divide the dough into 10 equal pieces. Roll into balls, then use a rolling pin to flatten each piece into a large oval, about 6 inches long and β
inch thick. Repeat with remaining dough. π©βπ³
6οΈβ£ Cook the Naan:
Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Grease the skillet with Β½ teaspoon of extra oil.
Place one piece of naan on the oiled hot skillet. Cook until bubbles form on top, about 1-2 minutes. Brush the top with a little oil while cooking.
Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until large golden spots appear on the bottom.
Remove from the skillet and wrap in a clean kitchen towel. Repeat with the remaining naan, keeping them wrapped in the towel while you work. π₯
7οΈβ£ Prepare the Garlic Butter:
Combine melted butter and minced garlic in a bowl. Brush each naan with the garlic butter and top with fresh cilantro or parsley. π§π§πΏ
Enjoy your delicious, homemade buttery garlic naan bread! π₯°