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 (Refer to the notes for scaled teaspoon measurements

    ¼ oz
  • 10.5–12.5 oz all-purpose flour)

    2 1/4-2 1/3 cups (Refer to the notes for scaled cup measurements

  • plain yogurt
    ½ c
  • salt
    1 tsp
  • oil
    1 tbsp
  • some oil
  • butter
    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 6” (15 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!)

100 min8 servings195 cal

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About this Recipe

The Best Homemade Naan Bread You'll Ever Make!

Get ready to transform your kitchen into an authentic Indian eatery with the best naan recipe you'll ever try! Forget dry, tough store-bought versions; this homemade naan is incredibly soft, puffy, and beautifully blistered, just like you'd find in your favorite restaurant. The best part? You don't need a tandoor oven! All you need is a trusty cast iron skillet to achieve that signature chewiness and perfectly charred spots.

This foolproof naan bread recipe is designed for home cooks, making it surprisingly quick and easy to master. With a simple dough enriched with active dry yeast and plain yogurt, you'll create a dough that’s a joy to work with. The yeast provides that airy, puffy texture, while the yogurt adds a delightful tang and keeps the naan wonderfully tender.

Watch our video tutorial for all the expert tips to ensure every piece of chewy naan comes out perfectly. From mixing the dough to the quick cook time on the skillet, we guide you every step of the way. Once you taste this warm, buttery naan, fresh off the pan, you'll never go back. It's the ideal accompaniment to curries, stews, or even as a simple snack with your favorite dips. Get ready for a naan experience that's truly next-level!

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