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Easy Garlic Naan Recipe

Easy Garlic Naan Recipe

Soft, garlicky skillet naan made with a simple yogurt dough. Puffy, chewy, and brushed with warm butter and herbs.
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Prep Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup warm water
  • 1 tsp granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp active dry yeast
  • 0.5 cup plain yogurt preferably whole milk
  • 0.25 cup warm milk
  • 2 tbsp neutral oil for the dough
  • 3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1.25 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp baking powder
  • 1.5 tbsp minced garlic
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted for brushing
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tsp nigella or sesame seeds optional
  • 0.25 cup all-purpose flour for dusting
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil for the skillet

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Bloom the yeast: Stir warm water and sugar in a bowl, sprinkle yeast, and let it foam for 5–10 minutes.
  • Whisk yogurt, warm milk, 2 tbsp oil, and 1 tbsp of the garlic. Reserve the remaining garlic for brushing.
  • Combine flour, salt, and baking powder in a large bowl.
  • Pour the yeast mixture and yogurt mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  • Knead on a lightly floured counter until smooth and elastic, 5–7 minutes. Add flour if sticky.
  • Lightly oil a bowl, place the dough inside, cover, and let rise until doubled, 45–60 minutes.
  • Punch down, divide into 8 pieces, and shape into balls. Rest under a towel for 10 minutes.
  • Roll each ball on a floured surface into an oval about 1/4 inch thick. Press cilantro and seeds onto the surface.
  • Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high. Brush with a thin film of oil.
  • Cook one naan until bubbles form and the bottom chars in spots, 1–2 minutes. Flip and cook 1–2 minutes more.
  • Stir reserved garlic into the melted butter. Brush hot naan and keep warm in a towel while cooking the rest.

Notes

Try swapping cilantro for chives or parsley, or add a pinch of cumin to the dough. Leftovers keep well wrapped at room temperature for a day; reheat in a hot skillet for 30–60 seconds to refresh.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Garlic Naan Recipe flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.