Description
Learn how to make delicious Grilled Naan, a traditional Indian flatbread that is soft, fluffy, and perfect for scooping up your favorite curries and dips.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 3/4 cup warm water (about 110°F)
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt (preferably whole milk)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Optional Toppings:
- Minced garlic
- Chopped cilantro
- Nigella seeds
Instructions
- Dissolve Yeast: In a small bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let sit for 10 minutes until foamy.
- Mix Dough: In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and baking powder. Add yogurt, oil, and yeast mixture. Stir until a soft dough forms.
- Knead Dough: On a floured surface, knead the dough for 5–7 minutes until smooth.
- Rise: Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1–2 hours until doubled.
- Shape and Grill: Divide dough, roll into ovals, grill for 1–2 minutes per side.
- Finish: Brush with butter, add toppings if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
- For garlic naan, press minced garlic into the dough before grilling.
- You can also cook naan in a hot cast iron skillet if a grill isn’t available.
- Yogurt makes the dough soft and slightly tangy—Greek yogurt can be used for a thicker texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 naan
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
