Homemade Garlic Naan
About this recipe
Homemade garlic naan is a warm, fluffy bread that's perfect for scooping up your favorite curries or enjoying on its own. This recipe from Moribyan makes it easy to whip up this delicious bread right in your kitchen, and the addition of garlic butter takes it to the next level.
With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you'll have fresh naan that everyone will love. The key is in the garlic butter, which adds a burst of flavor that complements the soft bread beautifully.
Ingredient notes
- Add 1-2 tablespoons more flour if the dough is sticky.
Tips from Moribyan’s video
- Let the yeast mixture sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy to ensure it's active.
- Knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until it's smooth and elastic for the best texture.
- Cook each naan for about 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
Good to know
- How long should I let the dough rise?
- Let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
- What can I use to cook the naan?
- You can use vegetable oil or ghee to lightly grease the skillet for cooking the naan.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Moribyan: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
In a small bowl, combine the active dry yeast, sugar, and warm water. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture, yogurt, warm water, and olive oil.
- 3
Mix the ingredients together until a dough forms. If the dough is sticky, add 1-2 tablespoons more flour as needed.
- 4
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 6
While the dough is rising, prepare the garlic butter by mixing melted butter, minced garlic, salt, and chopped cilantro in a bowl.
- 7
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and then flatten it into a disc.
- 8
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and lightly grease it with vegetable oil or ghee.
- 9
Cook each naan for about 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Brush with garlic butter while hot.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- inferred range for taste
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Moribyan’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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