Garlic Naan
Indian Indian - Chutneys and Sides

Garlic Naan

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 plain flour
  • • 1 tsp active dry yeast
  • • 1 tsp sugar
  • • 3/4 cup warm water
  • • 1/4 cup plain yogurt
  • • 3/4 tsp salt
  • • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • • 3 tbsp butter, melted
  • • 1 tbsp chopped coriander leaves

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Mix the flour, yeast, sugar, and salt, then knead in the yogurt, 1 tbsp of the melted butter, and warm water for 8 minutes into a soft dough.

2
Phase 2

Cover and let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled.

3
Phase 3

Divide into 6 balls and roll each into an oval about 1/4 inch thick.

4
Phase 4

Brush one side with water and cook it water-side down on a very hot frying pan until puffed and charred in spots, then flip and cook the other side.

5
Phase 5

Stir the minced garlic and coriander into the remaining melted butter and brush it generously over the hot naan.

6
Phase 6

Stack and serve warm with curries.