Description
Discover pure comfort with this artisan garlic naan, straight from authentic Indian kitchens. Pillowy flatbread brushed with fragrant garlic butter promises a delectable journey that brings warmth and richness to your dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups (590 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (237 ml) warm water
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) plain yogurt
Leavening and Seasoning:
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons or 7 g) active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) unsalted butter, melted
- 12 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by whisking together lukewarm liquid, granulated sweetener, and active fermentation agent in a compact vessel. Allow the mixture to transform and become frothy for approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Construct the foundational dough by combining dry wheat powder and crystalline seasoning in a spacious mixing container. Incorporate the activated yeast elixir, tangy cultured dairy, aromatic pressed fat, and finely chopped pungent herb bulbs. Integrate ingredients until a cohesive mass emerges.
- Transfer the nascent dough onto a lightly dusted preparation surface. Manipulate and stretch the mixture through rhythmic pressing and folding motions for 6-8 minutes, developing a supple and resilient texture.
- Nestle the dough into a lubricated ceramic vessel, drape with a protective cloth, and position in a gentle warmth zone. Allow the dough to expand and mature for roughly 75-90 minutes until its volume doubles.
- Deflate the risen dough with a gentle compression. Partition the mass into 5-6 symmetrical segments. Shape each portion into smooth, rounded spheres.
- Grant the dough spheres a brief resting period by covering with a moisture-laden fabric for 15-20 minutes, enabling relaxation of gluten structures.
- Craft a fragrant butter emulsion by merging liquefied dairy fat, crushed aromatic herb bulbs, and optional verdant herb leaves in a compact preparation dish.
- Transform each dough sphere into an elongated, asymmetrical shape approximately 6-8 inches in dimension. Utilize a heated culinary surface to sear each naan, achieving golden-brown exterior and pillowy interior within 1-2 minutes per side.
- Immediately lavish the freshly prepared naan with the prepared herbed butter essence, ensuring maximum flavor absorption and appetizing sheen.
Notes
- Perfectly bloom yeast by using water at exactly 110°F for optimal fermentation and ensuring active, bubbly mixture.
- Work dough on a clean, lightly floured surface to prevent sticking and maintain proper texture without adding excess flour.
- Rest dough balls completely before rolling to relax gluten and create more tender, softer naan with better stretching capabilities.
- Customize garlic intensity by adjusting minced garlic quantity in both dough and butter for personalized flavor profile.
- Swap dairy yogurt with non-dairy alternatives like coconut or almond yogurt for vegan-friendly version without compromising texture.
- Use cast iron skillet or griddle for more even heat distribution and authentic charred spots typical of traditional naan.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 203
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 319 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg