Naan
Ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm water
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons plain yogurt
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
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Steps
  1. In a small bowl, mix the sugar, yeast and warm water. Let sit for 10 minutes until the mixture is foamy.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add in the yeast mixture, yogurt and oil. Mix together until it forms a dough.
  3. Knead the dough for 10 minutes until it is soft and pliable. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise for 1 hour.
  4. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball. Let rest for 10 minutes.
  5. Roll each ball of dough into an oval shape about 1/4 inch thick. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook naan on each side until golden brown.
  6. Remove from heat and brush with melted butter or ghee if desired.
Tags
Indian food
bread
naan
yeast bread
flatbread
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