Lehsuni Naan (fluffy Garlic Naan)
Lehsuni Naan is a delicious Indian flatbread infused with garlic flavor, perfect for pairing with your favorite curry or enjoying on its own. This recipe will guide you through making fluffy and aromatic garlic naan at home.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted (for brushing)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the yeast, sugar, and warm water. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, minced garlic, yogurt, and oil. Add the yeast mixture and knead into a smooth dough. Cover and let it rise for 1 hour.
- Divide the dough into 6 equal portions and roll each portion into a teardrop shape.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place a rolled naan on the skillet and cook for 2 minutes, or until bubbles form. Flip and cook the other side until golden brown spots appear.
- Brush the cooked naan with melted butter and keep warm. Repeat with the remaining dough portions.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 180 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 2g
Supplies
Mixing bowl Skillet Cover for dough
Tools
Rolling pin Brush for butter
Serving suggestions
Serve the lehsuni naan with your favorite curry, such as butter chicken or chana masala. It also pairs well with raita or pickles.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, you can sprinkle some chopped cilantro or nigella seeds on the naan before cooking.
Cost
$5