Garlic Naan Bread

March 30, 2026 Prep: 90min Cook: 15min 8 servings Easy
Garlic Naan Bread

Restaurant-quality naan can absolutely be made at home. The combination of yogurt and yeast in the dough creates a bread that is both soft and slightly tangy, with beautiful charred bubbles.

Ingredients

  • 300g all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 100ml warm milk
  • 60ml yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • For garlic butter: 60g melted butter, 3 cloves garlic minced, 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

Nutrition Facts

210
Calories
6g
Protein
32g
Carbs
7g
Fat

Instructions

  1. 1
    Mix flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Add warm milk, yogurt, and oil. Knead for 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  2. 2
    Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled.
  3. 3
    Divide into 8 balls. Roll each into an oval shape about 5mm thick.
  4. 4
    Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat until very hot (or use the highest broiler setting).
  5. 5
    Cook naan one at a time: place on the dry hot skillet for 1-2 minutes until bubbles form and bottom is charred in spots. Flip and cook the other side for 1 minute.
  6. 6
    Mix melted butter with minced garlic and cilantro. Brush each hot naan generously with the garlic butter.
  7. 7
    Serve immediately while warm alongside your favorite curry.
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