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Simple Butter Naan

A soft, pillowy naan bread perfect for pairing with curries or grilled meats, made easily at home.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Serving Size 8 servings

Ingredients

Dough Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp instant dry yeast
  • 2 tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ¾ cup plain yogurt or buttermilk
  • 1 cup warm water

Topping Ingredients

  • 4 tbsp butter, melted
  • 1 tbsp minced cilantro

Instructions

Dough Preparation

  • Combine flour, yeast, salt, baking soda, and baking powder in a stand mixer with a paddle attachment. Mix on low speed.
  • Add yogurt and warm water. Beat until a shaggy dough forms. Switch to a dough hook and knead for 4 minutes on medium-low speed.
  • Flour a work surface. Turn out the dough and sprinkle with flour. Knead into a ball. Divide into 8 equal pieces and form into balls.
  • Dampen your hands and gently work with the sticky dough. Add more flour only if necessary.
  • Oil a sheet of parchment paper. Coat dough balls with oil. Cover with another parchment sheet and let rise for 1 hour.

Cooking

  • Flour a work surface. Roll each dough ball to about 1/4 inch thick. Lightly flour as needed.
  • Gently pull the dough into a thinner, oblong shape. Let rest for 10 minutes in a single layer.
  • Preheat a cast iron pan on medium-high heat for 5 minutes. Test heat with water.
  • Add one naan to the hot pan. Cover and cook for 30-60 seconds until bubbles appear.
  • Flip and cook for 30 seconds more until the dough looks cooked and has charred spots.
  • Transfer cooked naan to a plate and cover with a towel to keep warm.
  • Melt butter and stir in cilantro. Brush over warm naan.

Notes

Knead the dough thoroughly for a soft texture. Allow the dough to rise in a warm place, and preheat the pan well before cooking.