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Easy Homemade Naan Bread Recipe (Stovetop, No Yeast)

A stack of fluffy, freshly cooked naan bread recipe rounds with golden-brown, slightly charred spots and a buttery sheen.
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Make soft, fluffy, and chewy restaurant-style naan bread at home using a simple stovetop skillet method. This quick recipe requires no yeast and delivers authentic results perfect for serving with curry or dips.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup warm water
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt (or use milk for a no-yogurt option)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter, plus more for brushing
  • Optional: 2 cloves garlic, minced, for Garlic Naan

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the warm water, yogurt, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil or melted butter.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5 to 7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, one teaspoon at a time.
  5. Divide the dough into 6 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball. Cover the dough balls and let them rest for 10 minutes.
  6. While the dough rests, prepare your topping if making Garlic Naan: mix 2 tablespoons of melted butter with 2 cloves of minced garlic.
  7. Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat until very hot. Do not add oil to the pan.
  8. Working with one ball at a time, roll the dough into an oval or teardrop shape, about 1/8 inch thick.
  9. Place one piece of rolled dough onto the hot, dry skillet. Cook for about 1 to 2 minutes until bubbles start to form on the surface and the bottom is lightly browned.
  10. Flip the naan and cook the second side for about 1 minute until browned spots appear. If you want puffier naan, press lightly on the bubbles with a spatula.
  11. Remove the cooked naan from the skillet and immediately brush the top surface with the melted butter or garlic butter mixture.
  12. Stack the cooked naan and cover them with a clean kitchen towel to keep them warm and soft while you cook the remaining dough.
  13. Serve your homemade naan bread immediately.

Notes

  • For a quick, yeast-free dough, the baking powder provides the necessary lift.
  • If you skip the yogurt, substitute it with an equal amount of milk or water for a flexible recipe.
  • To achieve the soft, chewy texture, cook the naan on a very hot, dry skillet.
  • If you prefer a richer flavor, brush the cooked naan with melted butter instead of plain oil.

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