Soft, fluffy Indian flatbread, infused with garlic and buttery goodness. Delicious with curries, grilled meats, or on its own.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dough
01 - 3 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 package (0.25 oz / 7 g) active dry yeast
03 - 1 teaspoon sugar
04 - 1 cup warm water (110°F / 43°C)
05 - 1 teaspoon salt
06 - 4 tablespoons plain yogurt
07 - 2 tablespoons oil or ghee
→ Garlic Butter Topping
08 - 3 tablespoons minced garlic
09 - 2 tablespoons melted butter
# Cooking Steps:
01 - Combine warm water, sugar, and yeast in a large mixing bowl. Stir gently and let stand for 5–10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy and bubbly.
02 - Add flour, salt, yogurt, and oil or ghee to the activated yeast mixture. Stir until a shaggy dough begins to form.
03 - Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Knead vigorously for 5–7 minutes, pressing and folding, until the dough becomes smooth, elastic, and no longer sticky.
04 - Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and set in a warm, draft-free area. Let rise for approximately 1 hour until doubled in size.
05 - Punch down the risen dough and divide into 8 equal portions. Roll each piece into an oval or teardrop shape, approximately 1/4 inch thick.
06 - Place a cast iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat until thoroughly hot.
07 - Lay one naan in the hot skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes until bubbles appear across the surface. Flip and cook an additional 1–2 minutes until golden brown spots develop.
08 - Remove naan from the skillet and immediately brush with melted butter mixed with minced garlic. Serve warm.
09 - Continue cooking and brushing remaining dough portions. Serve immediately or keep warm in a covered container.
