Soft & Buttery Garlic Naan
Fluffy, chewy, and brushed with buttery garlic goodness—this Garlic Naan is the perfect side for curries, soups, grilled meats, or a simple dipping sauce. Made on a hot skillet, it’s quick, flavorful, and tastes even better than takeout!
📝 Ingredients (6–8 Naans)
For the dough:
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tsp salt
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ cup plain yogurt
2 tbsp oil
½ cup warm milk (or water as needed)
Garlic butter:
3 tbsp melted butter
3–4 cloves minced garlic
Fresh cilantro or parsley (chopped)
Garlic butter:
3 tbsp melted butter
3–4 cloves minced garlic
Fresh cilantro or parsley (chopped)
👩🍳 Procedure
1. Make the dough
In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
Add yogurt and oil, then gradually pour in warm milk.
Mix until a soft dough forms. Knead for 5–7 minutes.
Cover and let it rest for 1 hour (dough becomes soft and stretchy).
Prepare garlic butter
Mix melted butter with minced garlic and chopped cilantro. Set aside.
3. Shape the naan
Divide the dough into 6–8 balls.
Roll out each one into an oval or round shape.
Brush lightly with water on one side (this helps it stick to the pan).
4. Cook the naan
Heat a pan or skillet on high.
Place naan (wet side down) on the pan.
When bubbles form, flip and cook the other side until golden spots appear.
Brush with garlic butter while warm.
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Garlic naan is an iconic Indian flatbread loved for its soft, chewy texture and irresistible garlicky flavor. Traditionally baked in a tandoor oven, you can achieve delicious results right on a stovetop skillet, making it accessible for any home cook. The secret to ultra-soft naan lies in the combination of ingredients like yogurt, baking powder, and baking soda, which react together to create a tender, bubbly dough. Resting the dough for about an hour helps develop gluten and elasticity, resulting in a soft, stretchy base perfect for shaping. Using plain yogurt in the dough adds a subtle tanginess while keeping the naan moist. The garlic butter enhances each piece with rich, aromatic flavor; using fresh minced garlic, melted butter, and fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley complements the bread beautifully. When cooking, placing the water-brushed side down ensures good adhesion to the hot pan and promotes puffing bubbles, emulating traditional naan’s characteristic texture. This garlic naan is incredibly versatile. Pair it with rich Indian curries such as butter chicken, palak paneer, or dal makhani, or use it as a vessel for wraps filled with grilled meats and vegetables. It also works well dipped in soups or hummus, providing a flavorful alternative to regular bread. If you want to customize, you can add toppings such as nigella seeds, sesame seeds, or finely chopped chili to the dough or brush on extra spiced butter after cooking. For a vegan twist, substitute yogurt and butter with plant-based alternatives. Finally, serving the naan warm is key, as it retains the best texture and flavor. With this recipe, you can enjoy fresh, buttery garlic naan anytime without ordering takeout—ideal for elevating homemade meals or impressing guests with minimal effort.
