Description
Garlic Naan is a delightful, fluffy flatbread infused with aromatic garlic and a touch of butter, perfect for scooping up curries or enjoying with dips. This easy-to-make recipe will elevate any meal, impressing your guests with its irresistible taste and heavenly aroma. Get ready to indulge in this culinary treasure that brings warmth and comfort to your dining table.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ cup plain yogurt (or Greek yogurt)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter or ghee, melted
Instructions
- Activate the yeast: In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit until foamy.
- Mix the dough: In a large bowl, whisk flour and salt. Gradually add the yeast mixture and yogurt, stirring until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Rise: Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a cloth, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled.
- Shape Naan: Punch down the dough, divide into equal portions, and roll into ovals about ¼ inch thick.
- Cook: Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Cook naan for 1-2 minutes per side until puffed and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 naan
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg