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Authentic Artisan Garlic Naan

A delightful and easy recipe for homemade garlic naan, perfect for pairing with your favorite curries or enjoying on its own.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Bread, Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian, Indian
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour The base for the naan
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt For flavor
  • 1 teaspoon sugar To help with browning
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder For leavening
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt For softness
  • 1/2 cup warm water Should be warm, not hot
  • 3 tablespoons butter Melted, for flavor
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced, for aroma
Garnish
  • to taste Fresh cilantro Optional for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder until well combined.
  2. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the yogurt and warm water gradually. Mix to form a dough.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a dishcloth, and let it rise in a warm spot for about an hour, or until doubled in size.
Cooking
  1. While the dough is rising, melt the butter in a small saucepan, add the minced garlic, and cook over low heat until fragrant.
  2. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 6-8 equal parts. Roll each piece into an oval or teardrop shape, about 1/4 inch thick.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Place rolled naan on the hot skillet, cooking until bubbles form (about 1-2 minutes). Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  4. Brush the garlic butter on top of the hot naan after cooking.
  5. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro if desired, and serve warm.

Notes

You can substitute sour cream or buttermilk if you don't have yogurt. For a richer flavor, use roasted garlic. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days, reheat in a warm oven.