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Homemade Naan Flatbread

Soft, fluffy, and perfectly blistered homemade naan flatbread cooked quickly on a stovetop skillet. Perfect for scooping up curries or serving as a side.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 flatbreads
Course: Bread, Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian, Indian
Calories: 185

Ingredients
  

Naan Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp instant yeast
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.75 cup warm water around 110°F
  • 2 tbsp plain yogurt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter plus extra for brushing

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Cast Iron Skillet
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Make a well in the center.
  3. Pour the yeast mixture, plain yogurt, and 2 tbsp olive oil (or melted butter) into the well. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
  6. Punch dough down, divide into 6 equal pieces, and roll into balls. Let rest covered for 15 minutes.
  7. Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Roll out a dough ball to 1/4-inch thickness.
  8. Cook in the hot skillet for 1-2 minutes until large bubbles form and the bottom is charred. Flip and cook another 1-2 minutes.
  9. Remove from pan, brush generously with melted butter or olive oil, and keep warm in a towel. Repeat with remaining dough.

Notes

Store cooled flatbreads in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.