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Medium 3 hr 28 min~330 kcal 5/10
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Butter Naan
Soft Indian flatbreads made with yogurt and yeast, cooked on a very hot pan, then brushed with melted butter while still steaming.
Hard⏱️ 2 hr 15 min📖 1 min readServes 6~320 kcal🇮🇳 Indian🌍 Full translation
25 min prep 20 min cook 90 min rest
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Timeline
Total 2 h 15 min- Prep25 min
- Resting/Marinating1 h 30 min
- Cooking20 min
Ingredients
6 servings
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For the dough
- 420 gr Bread flour
- 170 gr Yogurt
- 140 ml Warm water
- 6 gr Dry yeast
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Granulated sugar
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Salt
For the topping
- 70 gr Butter
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Nigella seeds
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Instructions
- 1
Mix the warm water, dry yeast, and sugar and let it foam for 8 minutes.
8 min08:00 - 2
Combine the flour, yogurt, salt, and yeasted water and knead a soft dough.
- 3
Let the dough rise in a warm place for 75 minutes, until doubled.
1 hr 15 min75:00 - 4
Divide the dough into 6 balls and rest for 15 minutes.
15 min15:00 - 5
Roll the dough balls into ovals and sprinkle with nigella seeds.
- 6
Heat a cast-iron pan over high heat for 4 minutes.
4 min04:00 - 7
Cook the breads in the pan for 2 minutes per side, until puffed and spotted.
4 min04:00 - 8
Brush with butter while hot and stack wrapped to keep them soft.
💡 Tip: Without a tandoor, heat the cast-iron pan very well; the naan should puff the moment it touches the pan, otherwise the dough dries out.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Brush with butter while hot and serve in a bread basket with lentil dal or chicken curry if desired.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Calcium
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~320
kcal calories
9
g protein
46
g carbs
12
g fat
Protein 11%Carbs 56%Fat 33%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Milk
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Butter Naan make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Butter Naan take?
Prep 25 minutes, cooking 20 minutes, including 90 minutes of passive resting; 135 minutes in total.Is Butter Naan difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Butter Naan have?
Approximately 320 kcal per serving. Protein: 9g, carbs: 46g, fat: 12g.Which allergens does Butter Naan contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Butter Naan belong to?
This recipe belongs to Indian cuisine.How many ingredients does Butter Naan need?
This recipe needs 8 ingredients.
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