Homemade Naan Bread Recipe – Better Than Takeout!
A simple homemade naan bread recipe that’s soft, chewy, and full of flavor. This easy naan bread recipe uses simple ingredients and can be made on a skillet, no tandoor needed!
Ingredients
- ¾ cup warm water
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast 1 packet
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or ghee for brushing
Instructions
Step 1: Activate The Yeast
- In a small bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5–10 minutes until it becomes foamy.
Step 2: Make The Dough
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture, Greek yogurt, and olive oil.
- Mix everything until the dough starts to come together. Knead it on a floured surface for about 8 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Put the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean cloth and place it in a warm place to rise for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
Step 3: Shape The Naan
- Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 equal balls.
- Roll each ball into an oval shape about ¼-inch thick on a lightly floured surface.
Step 4: Cook The Naan
- Heat a skillet or iron pan over medium-high heat.
- Place one naan on the skillet and cook until bubbles form, about 1–2 minutes. Flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes.
- Brush the hot naan with melted butter or ghee.
- Repeat with the remaining dough.