Nihari Naan Bread
Indian Indian - Breads and Flatbreads

Nihari Naan Bread

Est. Time: 35-45 min  •  6 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

Hand-stretched artisan flatbread baked against the searing clay walls of the tandoor, brushed with golden butter and fresh herbs.

Ingredients

  • • 2 cups whole wheat flour (atta)
  • • 1/2 tsp instant yeast
  • • 1/2 tsp salt
  • • 1 tsp sugar
  • • 1/4 cup yogurt
  • • 2/3 cup water
  • • 2 tbsp ghee

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Mix the yeast and sugar with warm water and let it froth.

2
Phase 2

Knead the flour, salt, yogurt, and ghee with the yeast mixture into a soft dough.

3
Phase 3

Let the dough rise until doubled, about 1 hour.

4
Phase 4

Divide into 6 balls and roll each into a thick round khamiri roti.

5
Phase 5

Bake in a hot oven or tandoor until lightly golden.

6
Phase 6

Serve warm with nihari.