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Ashley Todaro

Homemade Naan Bread

A pillowy, golden naan that's warm, perfect for scooping and made to be shared.
Prep Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 naans
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp warm water
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • cup Greek yogurt
  • cup warm water
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • tsp salt

Method
 

  1. Add the yeast, sugar, and 2 tablespoons of warm water to a measuring glass. Whisk and let sit for 10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the bloomed yeast to the flour, Greek yogurt, the remaining warm water, olive oil and salt.
  3. On a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, mix all the ingredients together until the dough is tacky but doesn't stick to your fingers.
  4. Cover and let the dough rise for 1 hour.
  5. After an hour, pour the dough out and section into 6-8 pieces.
  6. Using a rolling pin or your hands push out the edges to form roughly a 6-inch circle.
  7. On medium heat, add some olive oil to a skillet and cook each naan for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly golden.
  8. Remove from heat and immediately brush with garlic butter.
  9. Sprinkle with cilantro if desired & enjoy!