Easy Garlic Naan Bread Recipe

Hi, I’m Sam from dishfoody.com, where comforting classics get a fresh twist. Easy Garlic Naan Bread mixes soft yogurt dough cooked on stovetop with garlic butter brush for pillowy flatbread perfect alongside curries or dips.

Ready in 1 hour including rise, it serves 6 with chewy bubbles and restaurant shine.

Why This Recipe Works

Yogurt tenderizes without heaviness. No oven tandoor needed. Yeast optional for speed. Garlic butter blooms post-cook. Stovetop char mimics clay oven.

Ingredients & Prep

Dough:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp instant yeast (optional)
• 1 tsp sugar
• ½ tsp salt
• ¾ cup plain yogurt
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• ¼ cup warm water

Garlic Butter:

• 4 tbsp butter, melted
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp cilantro or parsley
• Pinch salt

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Mix flour, yeast, sugar, salt. Add yogurt, oil, water; knead 5 minutes soft dough.
2. Rest covered 30-45 minutes until puffy.
3. Divide 6 balls; roll each oval ¼-inch thick.
4. Heat cast iron skillet medium-high; dry cook 2 minutes per side until bubbles char.
5. Brush hot naan with garlic butter mixture. Stack under towel.

Flavor Variations

Storage Tips

Room temp 1 day wrapped; freeze 2 months. Reheat skillet.

FAQs

Dense texture?
More water; longer rest.

No bubbles?
Hotter pan; thinner roll.

Tearing?
Dust flour; gentle roll.

Conclusion

Easy Garlic Naan Bread bubbles homemade joy pillowy perfection.

Easy Garlic Naan Bread Recipe

Print Recipe

Soft, fluffy homemade garlic naan bread cooked in a skillet and brushed with buttery garlic goodness. Easy to make, no oven required, and perfect with curries, soups, or dips.

• Author: ssam
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
• Yield: 6 naan 1x
• Category: Bread
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Indian
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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• 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
• 1 tsp sugar
• 3/4 cup warm water
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp plain yogurt
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Garlic Butter:
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or cilantro

Instructions

• 1. In a small bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
• 2. In a large bowl, mix flour and salt.
• 3. Add yeast mixture, yogurt, and olive oil. Mix until a soft dough forms.
• 4. Knead dough for 5–7 minutes until smooth.
• 5. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
• 6. Divide dough into 6 equal pieces and roll each into an oval shape.
• 7. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
• 8. Cook naan 1–2 minutes per side until bubbles form and golden spots appear.
• 9. Mix melted butter and garlic, then brush over hot naan.
• 10. Sprinkle with parsley or cilantro and serve warm.

Notes

• No yeast version can be made using baking powder instead.
• Store leftovers wrapped at room temperature for 1 day or refrigerate up to 3 days.
• Reheat in a skillet or microwave before serving.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 naan
• Calories: 210
• Sugar: 2g
• Sodium: 310mg
• Fat: 7g
• Saturated Fat: 3g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 32g
• Fiber: 1g
• Protein: 5g
• Cholesterol: 10mg

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