Description

Soft, fluffy, and skillet-cooked, this easy garlic naan requires no yeast and comes together quickly using simple pantry staples. Perfect with curries, soups, or as a buttery snack.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 ½ teaspoons baking powder

½ teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon salt

½ cup plain yogurt (Greek or regular)

½ cup milk

2 tablespoons melted butter or ghee

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Extra butter for brushing

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Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the yogurt and milk, stirring until a soft dough forms. Add a little more flour if the dough is sticky.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for 3–5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Cover the dough with a damp towel and let it rest for 30 minutes.
Divide the rested dough into 6 equal pieces and shape each into a ball.
Roll each dough ball into an oval or circle about ¼ inch thick.
Heat a cast iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat.
Mix the melted butter with minced garlic.
Brush one side of the naan with garlic butter and place buttered side down in the hot skillet.
Cook for 1–2 minutes until bubbles form and the bottom is golden, then brush the top with more garlic butter and flip.
Cook the other side for another minute until golden.
Remove from pan, brush with more garlic butter, and sprinkle with chopped cilantro if using.
Repeat with remaining dough and serve warm.

Notes

For a vegan version, use plant-based yogurt, milk, and butter alternatives.

Ensure the skillet is hot to achieve proper bubbling.

Can be made ahead and dough stored in the fridge.

Reheat in a skillet or microwave; brushing with butter after reheating enhances freshness.

Freeze cooked naan with parchment between layers for longer storage.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Bread
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Indian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 piece
Calories: 210
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 270mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 15mg