Simple Garlic Naan Recipe (Traditional Indian Bread)

Step 1

Set your stand mixer up with a dough hook.

Step 2

Place the flour, yeast, salt and sugar into the bowl of your stand mixer and mix on low to combine.

Step 3

Pour in the water and oil and mix on low for 10 minutes until you have an elastic dough.

Step 4

Cover the bowl with cling film and leave it to rise for 20 minutes.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, yeast, sugar and salt.

Step 6

Add the water and oil, then use a fork or butter knife to combine all the ingredients, once you have a raggy looking dough, start using your hands to bring the dough together, until the sides of the bowl are clean.

Step 7

Empty the dough on a floured board and knead the dough for 15 minutes.

Step 8

Place in a bowl, cover with cling wrap and leave for 20 minutes.

Step 9

Once the dough has sat for 20 minutes, punch it back down and then divide the dough into three roughly equal balls.

Step 10

Place one ball on a floured board and use your hands or a rolling pin to form the naan breads into oval/teardrop shapes (ensure they will fit in your skillet/griddle). (see note 4)

Step 11

Put a heavy skillet/griddle over a high heat and allow it to get searingly hot.

Step 12

Place the dough onto the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, it should start to puff up and charr lightly.

Step 13

Flip the bread and cook for a further 1-2 minutes.

Step 14

Remove to a plate and drizzle with the garlic butter.

Step 15

Cover with foil and keep in a low oven whilst you prepare the other breads.

Step 16

Place the butter in a small microwavable bowl and microwave for 45-60 seconds or until just melted.

Step 17

Stir in the garlic flakes and dried cilantro.