Baked Garlic Naan

Soft and fluffy homemade naan bread, infused with fresh garlic and cilantro, baked to perfection with a hint of ghee.

Ingredients

• 2 cups Whole wheat flour (atta)
• ½ cup Plain unsweetened yogurt
• 1 teaspoon Active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 4 cloves Finely minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Ghee (clarified butter)
• ½ cup Warm water

Directions

1. Activate the yeast with warm water and sugar. Let stand until foamy.
2. Combine the flour (atta) and salt in a large bowl. Make a well in the center.
3. Add the activated yeast and yogurt to the well. Mix until a dough forms.
4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. Let the dough rise in a greased and covered bowl, in a warm place, for 1-1.5 hours.
6. Prepare the garlic and cilantro topping by mixing chopped garlic, fresh cilantro, and melted ghee.
7. Degas the risen dough and divide it into 2 portions.
8. Roll out each portion to a thickness of 0.5 cm.
9. Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F) with a baking sheet or pizza stone inside.
10. Transfer the naans to the hot sheet and bake for 5-7 minutes until browned.
11. Brush with the garlic and cilantro mixture immediately after baking. Serve hot.

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