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Easy Skillet Homemade Naan Bread with Garlic Butter

Two pieces of freshly cooked naan bread, brushed with melted butter and topped with chopped parsley.
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Make soft, chewy, and fluffy naan bread at home using only a skillet. This simple recipe uses common ingredients and yields restaurant-quality flatbread perfect for curries or dipping.

Ingredients

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  • 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 cup warm water (about 105-115°F)
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for brushing
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (for topping)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
  3. Mix the dough: Add the foamy yeast mixture, Greek yogurt, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Knead: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 5 to 7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  5. First rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a damp towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  6. Divide and rest: Punch down the dough gently. Divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, cover them, and let them rest for 15 minutes.
  7. Prepare the skillet: Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet (cast iron works well) over medium-high heat. Do not add oil yet.
  8. Roll the naan: On a lightly floured surface, roll one dough ball into an oval or teardrop shape, about 1/8 inch thick.
  9. Cook the naan: Place one rolled naan into the hot, dry skillet. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and the underside has golden-brown spots.
  10. Flip and finish: Flip the naan and cook the other side for about 1 minute until cooked through and slightly charred in spots. The bubbles should puff up.
  11. Prepare garlic butter: While the naan cooks, mix the melted butter with minced garlic and chopped cilantro.
  12. Brush: Immediately transfer the cooked naan to a plate and brush generously with the garlic butter mixture.
  13. Repeat: Continue with the remaining dough pieces, cooking them one at a time.

Notes

  • For a two-ingredient variation, omit the yeast, sugar, baking powder, and warm water. Mix 3 cups of flour with 1.5 cups of Greek yogurt until a soft dough forms, then proceed with kneading and rising.
  • If you do not want garlic naan, simply brush the cooked bread with plain melted butter or ghee.
  • If you see large, stubborn bubbles, gently press them down with a spatula to help the bread cook evenly.

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