Naan Flatbread

Name: Naan Flatbread
Prep time: 1 h 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 1 h 45 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 tsp sugar; 1 tsp instant yeast; 1/2 tsp salt; 3/4 cup warm water; 2 tbsp plain yogurt; 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter; 2 tbsp butter or oil for brushing (for serving, additional to dough)

Soft and fluffy Indian flatbread made with yogurt and yeast, perfect for serving alongside curries or as a base for sandwiches.

105 min total8 servingsIndian

Calories

206

Protein

Carbs

32g

Fat

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp sugar
1 tsp instant yeast
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 cup warm water
2 tbsp plain yogurt
2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
2 tbsp butter or oil for brushing (for serving, additional to dough)

Instructions

1
In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, instant yeast, and salt.
2
Add warm water, plain yogurt, and olive oil or melted butter to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms, then knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
3
Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise for 1-1.5 hours until doubled in size.
4
Punch down dough and divide into 8 equal portions. Shape each into a ball.
5
On a floured surface, roll each ball into a thin oval or round shape, about 1/4 inch thick.
6
Heat a cast iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat until very hot.
7
Cook each naan for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and puffed, pressing gently with a spatula.
8
Brush cooked naan with additional butter or oil and serve warm.