NAAN (INDIAN FLAT BREAD)

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These are easy to make and taste just wonderful! Prep time does not include 2 hours that you will need to set the dough aside. I cook these one at a time which will add up to about 60-80 mins total for cooking time!

Provided by love4culinary

Categories     Breads

Time 1h20m

Yield 6-8 Naan, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 egg, beaten
6 tablespoons plain yogurt (room temperature)
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons ghee, melted
1 cup of luke warm milk (may use a little less, just add gradually until soft dough forms)
1 tablespoon poppy seed (optional)

Steps:

  • Sift the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt together into a nice sized bowl.
  • Stir in the beaten egg, yogurt and 2 tablespoons of the butter/ghee.
  • Gradually stir in enough milk to make a soft dough.
  • Knead dough very well.
  • Lightly grease bowl and cover the dough with a damp cloth and place in a warm place for 2 hours.
  • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.
  • Knead dough on a floured surface for 2 or 3 minutes until smooth.
  • Divide into 8 pieces.
  • Roll each piece into a ball, and then into ovals about 6 to 8 inches long.
  • Grease a baking sheet with oil and brush both the sides of the rolled out Naan with oil.
  • Sprinkle one side with poppy seeds if you wish to use them.
  • Place the Naan on a baking sheet.
  • Bake for 6 to 10 minutes until puffy and lightly golden brown.
  • The bread puffs slightly, and will lightly brown on the sides.
  • You can enjoy these Naan's plain or with your favorite Indian dish, such as a curry dish!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401.9, Fat 9.3, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 54, Sodium 591.7, Carbohydrate 66.5, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 1, Protein 11.6

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