Easy Naan Bread

Easy Naan Bread (No Yeast Option Included)

🕒 Ready in: ~30 minutes

Makes: 6–8 naans

Ingredients

With yeast:

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp sugar

• 1 tsp instant dry yeast

• ½ tsp salt

• 2 tbsp plain yogurt

• 2 tbsp oil or melted butter

• ½ cup warm water (plus a bit more as needed)

OR No-yeast version:

• 2 cups flour

• 1½ tsp baking powder

• ½ tsp baking soda

• ½ tsp salt

• 2 tbsp yogurt

• ½ cup milk or water

Optional toppings:

• Melted butter or garlic butter

• Chopped cilantro

• Nigella or sesame seeds

Instructions

1. Mix dry ingredients:
   In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar (if using yeast), salt, and yeast (or baking powder/soda if using no-yeast version).

2. Add wet ingredients:
   Add yogurt, oil (or butter), and warm water/milk gradually. Mix to form a soft dough.

3. Knead:
   Knead for 5–8 minutes until smooth and elastic. If sticky, add a little more flour.

4. Rest:

   • With yeast: Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled.

   • No yeast: Let dough rest for 20–30 minutes.

5. Divide & shape:
   Divide dough into 6–8 balls. Roll each into a tear-drop or oval shape (~¼ inch thick).

6. Cook:
   Heat a skillet or non-stick pan over medium-high. Place naan in the dry hot pan. Cook until bubbles appear (~1–2 mins), flip, and cook the other side until golden brown.

7. Brush & serve:
   Brush hot naan with melted butter or garlic butter. Sprinkle with herbs or seeds if desired.

Tips:

• For a fluffier naan, cover it with a lid while cooking.

• You can use whole wheat flour for a heartier version.

• Add minced garlic to the dough for garlic naan.