Homemade Naan

Pillowy Soft Homemade Naan ​There is nothing quite like the aroma of freshly baked bread, and this easy homemade naan recipe brings restaurant-quality flatbread right into your kitchen. Made with simple pantry staples and a touch of yogurt for that signature tenderness, these naans cook up in minutes on a hot skillet. Expect perfectly bubbly, pillowy, and beautifully charred flatbreads that are perfect for scooping up curries, wrapping around kebabs, or just enjoying warm with a brush of melted garlic butter. ​Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (includes rising) ​Cook Time: 15 minutes ​Yield: 8 Naan ​Ingredients ​2 cups Plain Flour ​1 tsp Sugar ​1 tsp Salt ​1 tsp Instant Yeast ​3/4 cup Warm Water ​2 tbsp Plain Yogurt ​1 tbsp Olive Oil ​Directions ​1. Mix the Dough ​In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast. Pour in the warm water, plain yogurt, and olive oil. Stir everything together until a soft dough begins to form and pull away from the sides of the bowl. ​2. Knead to Perfection ​Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead steadily for 8 to 10 minutes until the dough transitions from shaggy to completely smooth, stretchy, and elastic. ​3. The First Rise ​Place the kneaded dough into a lightly oiled bowl. Cover it with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and leave it in a warm spot to rest for 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size. ​4. Shape and Roll ​Gently punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 equal-sized balls. Using a rolling pin, roll each ball into an oval or circle, aiming for a thickness of about 1/2 cm. ​5. Cook Until Bubbly ​Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Place one naan into the dry, hot pan. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until large bubbles form on the surface and the bottom is beautifully charred in spots. Flip and cook the other side for another 1 to 2 minutes. ​Chef's Tip: Keep the cooked naans stacked under a clean kitchen towel to keep them warm and soft while you finish cooking the rest. Brush with melted butter or ghee right before serving!