Garlic Naan
Garlic naan is a soft, pillowy Indian flatbread brushed with garlic butter and fresh cilantro. Made in a skillet at home, it puffs up with charred, bubbly spots just like the restaurant version. It is the perfect companion for scooping up curries and dals.
- ⏱ 30 min
- 📊 easy
- 🍽 Family
Ingredients
- 3 cups flour
- 3/4 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tsp active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 3 tbsp butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Dissolve the yeast in the warm water and let it foam for 5 minutes.
- Mix in the yogurt, flour, and salt to form a soft dough, then knead until smooth.
- Cover and let it rise for 1 hour until doubled.
- Divide and roll the dough into ovals.
- Cook each in a very hot dry skillet for 1 to 2 minutes per side until puffed and charred.
- Brush with the garlic butter, sprinkle with cilantro, and serve warm.
💡 Chef's tip
Cook the naan in a very hot, dry cast iron skillet; the intense heat creates the signature charred bubbles and keeps the inside soft.
Yogurt in the dough is the key to soft, tender naan, adding moisture and a slight tang while helping it puff and blister on the hot pan.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 260 kcal
- Protein: 7 g
- Carbs: 42 g
- Fat: 7 g
