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Homemade Naan

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Experience the delight of making homemade naan, a soft and fluffy bread perfect for pairing with curries or enjoying with chutney.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup yogurt
  • 1/2 cup warm water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic (optional)
  • Butter for brushing

Instructions

  1. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Whisk them together until well blended.
  2. Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the yogurt, warm water, and olive oil to the dry mixture. Stir until it forms a shaggy dough.
  3. Knead to Perfection: Turn the mixture onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
  4. Let it Rise: Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
  5. Shape the Dough: Punch down the dough, divide it into small balls for easy handling.
  6. Roll Out the Naans: Roll each ball into an oval shape on a lightly floured surface.
  7. Preheat Your Skillet: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
  8. Cooking Each Naan: Place the naan on the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  9. Brush with Butter: Remove from the skillet and brush with melted butter, optionally sprinkling minced garlic on top.

Notes

For best results, ensure water is warm, not hot. Don’t skip the resting time to enhance flavor.

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