Naan Recipe
Freshly baked bread, an all time favorite.
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Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
Toppings (optional)
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (1 cup), sugar (1 tsp), and active dry yeast (2 tsp). Stir gently and let it sit for about 10 minutes, until foamy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour (3 cups) and salt (1 tsp).
- 3
- 4
Knead the Dough
Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
Cooking
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) or heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- 7
Shape the Naan
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 6 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, then flatten into an oval or circle about 1/4 inch thick.
- 8
Cook the Naan
If using an oven, place the naan on a baking sheet and bake for 3-5 minutes or until puffed and golden. If using a skillet, cook each naan for about 2-3 minutes on each side until browned and puffed.
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Serve Warm
Serve the naan warm with your favorite dishes or dips.
