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The Ultimate Easy Homemade Soft & Chewy Naan Bread (No Tandoor Required)

Close-up of two pieces of golden brown homemade naan bread topped with melted butter and fresh parsley.
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Make restaurant-style naan bread at home that is soft, chewy, and fluffy using only your stovetop skillet. This simple recipe delivers authentic texture without needing a tandoor oven.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup warm water (about 105-115°F)
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for brushing
  • For Garlic Butter Topping: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
  3. Combine wet and dry: Pour the yeast mixture, yogurt, milk, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil into the flour mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 5 to 7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  5. First rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a damp towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  6. Divide and shape: Gently punch down the risen dough. Divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, then flatten and stretch each ball into an oval or teardrop shape, about 1/4 inch thick.
  7. Prepare the skillet: Heat a cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat until very hot. Do not add oil to the pan.
  8. Cook the naan: Place one piece of dough onto the hot, dry skillet. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until bubbles start to form on the surface. Flip the naan and cook the other side for another 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown spots appear. The bread should puff up.
  9. Brush with garlic butter: While the naan is hot, brush generously with the melted garlic butter mixture (melted butter mixed with minced garlic and cilantro).
  10. Serve immediately: Repeat with the remaining dough pieces. Serve your homemade naan bread warm with curry or dips.

Notes

  • For the softest naan, use whole milk yogurt in the dough.
  • If you want Garlic Naan, mix the melted butter with minced garlic and fresh cilantro before brushing it on the hot bread.
  • If the dough is too sticky during kneading, add flour one tablespoon at a time.
  • If you do not have active dry yeast, you can substitute with instant yeast, reducing the proofing time slightly.

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