Naan (The Best Recipe!)

Naan (The Best Recipe!)

8 servings
Soft, puffy, and blistered—this naan recipe is foolproof! It’s quick, easy, and tastes even better than restaurant naan. No tandoor oven required—just a cast iron skillet. Watch my video tutorial for all the tips to make perfectly chewy naan bread every time!

Ingredients

  • sugar
    1 tsp
  • warm water
    ½ c
  • active dry yeast

    2 1/4 teaspoons

    ¼ oz
  • all-purpose flour
    2 ¼ c
  • plain yogurt
    ½ c
  • salt
    1 tsp
  • oil
    1 tbsp
  • some oil

    for greasing the skillet

  • melted butter

    or ghee

    3 tbsp

Directions

  1. 1

    Activate Yeast. In a small bowl, add the sugar, warm water, and yeast together. Stir to combine well. The yeast should be activated when it becomes foamy, about 10 minutes. Transfer the flour to a flat surface and make a well in the middle.

  2. 2

    Making Naan Dough. Add the yeast mixture, yogurt, salt, and oil, and knead the dough until the surface becomes smooth and shiny, about 10 minutes. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place (for example: beside the stove top or warm oven). The dough should double in size in about 1 hour.

  3. 3

    Rolling Naan. Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Roll the dough to an 8” (20 cm) circle using a rolling pin.

  4. 4

    Cooking Naan. Heat up a skillet (cast-iron preferred) over high heat and lightly grease the surface with some oil to avoid the dough from sticking to the skillet. Place the dough on the skillet. When it puffs up and bubbles, and burnt spots appear, flip it over and cook the other side. Repeat the same until all the dough is done. Brush with melted butter, and serve warm.

  5. 5

    Serving Naan. Brush the naan with melted butter or ghee, then sprinkle with fresh cilantro. Serve warm and enjoy!

Naan (The Best Recipe!)

Naan (The Best Recipe!)

40 min8 servings195 cal

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About this Recipe

Dreaming of warm, pillowy naan bread without leaving your kitchen? This foolproof recipe delivers soft, puffy, and blistered naan that tastes even better than your favorite restaurant, all made right at home with minimal fuss.

You'll love how incredibly quick and easy it is to achieve perfectly chewy naan, thanks to a clever technique that uses just a cast iron skillet—no need for a tandoor oven. This approach ensures beautiful blistering and a tender crumb every single time, making restaurant-quality naan truly accessible.

Prepare yourself for a delightful culinary experience. Each piece of naan emerges from the skillet wonderfully soft and airy, with those irresistible char marks and puffy pockets that signify true quality. The texture is perfectly chewy, offering a satisfying bite that complements any meal. This recipe promises a genuinely gratifying bread-making journey, yielding consistently delicious results without being overly complicated.

For brushing, you can easily use either melted butter or ghee based on your preference or what you have on hand. Both options will lend a rich, appealing flavor to your freshly cooked naan bread.

This versatile naan bread is perfect for mopping up rich curries, scooping up flavorful dips, or simply enjoying on its own. It's an ideal addition to any weeknight dinner or a special gathering.

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