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The Best Naan Recipe

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  • Author: Lily Carter
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Indian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Enjoy this delicious and fluffy homemade naan bread that pairs perfectly with your favorite curry dishes.


Ingredients

– 2 teaspoon active dry yeast

– 1 teaspoon sugar

– 1/2 cup water (lukewarm)

– 1/4 cup vegetable oil

– 1 egg (large)

– 1/4 cup plain yogurt

– 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

– 1/2 teaspoon salt

Other:

– 12 teaspoon olive oil

– 4 tablespoon melted butter

– 2 tablespoon chopped parsley


Instructions

1. In a small bowl, combine yeast, sugar, and lukewarm water. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.

2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, egg, yogurt, flour, and salt. Add the yeast mixture and mix until a dough forms.

3. Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Cover and let it rise for 1-2 hours.

4. Divide the dough into equal portions, roll them out into circles, and cook in a skillet with olive oil until golden brown.

5. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle chopped parsley before serving.


Notes

– For a garlic naan variation, add minced garlic to the dough.

– To make a stuffed naan, fill with your favorite ingredients before cooking.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0mg
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg