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homemade garlic naan bread

Homemade Garlic Naan

Diana Rattray
Learn how to make this soft and chewy garlic naan. Add chopped cilantro or chives if you like.
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Servings 16
Calories 118
Course Bread. Indian Food
Cuisine Indian
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 1/2 cups flour, 16 ounces; preferably bread flour or all-purpose plus about 3 teaspoons vital wheat gluten
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, or melted ghee
  • 1/3 cup plain yogurt, or about 5 tablespoons milk or water
  • 4 to 6 cloves garlic, pressed or finely minced, about 2 to 3 tablespoons
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro or chives, optional

Instructions

  • In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the flour, yeast, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Add the water, oil, yogurt, and garlic. Add chopped cilantro, if desired.
  • Mix with the dough hook for about 7 to 9 minutes, or until the dough becomes smooth and elastic. Alternatively, transfer the mixture to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes.
  • Oil (vegetable oil or ghee) a large bowl and place the dough in it, turning to oil all sides. Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in bulk.
    naan dough with garlic and cilantro
  • Divide the dough into 8 pieces, about 3 1/2 ounces each.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brush lightly with oil or ghee.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out a piece of dough into an oval shape. Place it in the hot skillet and cook for about 30 to 40 seconds; the bubbles will form in the naan. Flip it over and cook for 10 to 15 seconds on the other side, or until it has golden brown spots. Watch it carefully and turn the heat down if it is browning too quickly.
    skillet naan bread prep
  • Remove the bread to a warm platter and repeat with the remaining dough portions. If you are serving it right away, wrap in foil and keep the bread warm in a 200 F oven.

Nutrition

Calories: 118kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 176mgPotassium: 55mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 1mg

Disclaimer:

Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.

Keyword bread, flatbread, homemade naan, indian food
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