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Perfect Naan Bread Recipe - Soft, Chewy Indian Flatbread at Home

This Ultimate Homemade Naan Bread Recipe delivers soft, pillowy flatbread with signature bubbles and a tender interior — no tandoor oven required! Perfect for pairing with curries, dips, or as a base for creative toppings, this foolproof naan recipe brings restaurant-quality flavor to your home kitchen.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 naan
Course: Bread
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 245
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup warm water
  • 2 tsp instant yeast
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ cup plain yogurt
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2½ – 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 2 tsp minced garlic

Method
 

  1. Combine warm water, yeast, and sugar in a large bowl. Let sit 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add olive oil, yogurt, egg, salt, and 2½ cups flour. Mix until a soft dough forms, adding more flour as needed.
  3. Knead on a floured surface 5–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1–1.5 hours until doubled.
  5. Preheat a cast-iron skillet over medium heat until hot.
  6. Punch down dough, divide into 8 portions, and roll each into a 6-inch oval.
  7. Cook each naan for 2–3 minutes per side until golden spots appear and bubbles form.
  8. Brush warm naan with garlic butter immediately after cooking.

Notes

For a lighter option, substitute half the flour with whole wheat. Avoid adding too much flour for soft naan. Use olive oil instead of butter for a dairy-free version.