Naan bread
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- Side
- Easy
- 16
- 25 minutes
PT25M
Naan bread is a true staple both in India and here in the UK, where many wouldn't dream of ordering a curry without a fluffy naan on the side. Once you've mastered Vivek Singh's basic recipe, you can pack in extra flavour with a range of toppings. This recipe recommends using chopped coriander and garlic, but why not try a little turmeric, some cheese or fresh chilli.
Ingredients
- 750g of plain flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp of salt
- 400ml of whole milk
- 35g of sugar
- 2 eggs
- 50ml of vegetable oil
- butter , softened
- 1 handful of garlic cloves , peeled and chopped
- coriander , chopped
Method
1
To make the dough, place the flour in a bowl and mix in the baking powder and salt
- 750g of plain flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp of salt
2
In a separate jug, combine the milk, sugar and eggs, mixing thoroughly until the sugar has dissolved. Add this to the bowl with the dry ingredients and combine, kneading to form a soft dough
- 400ml of whole milk
- 35g of sugar
- 2 eggs
3
Once a dough has formed, cover the bowl with a damp cloth and leave to rest for 15 minutes
4
If you are baking your naan bread in the oven, preheat the oven to 225°C/gas mark 8, and place a baking tray in to heat up
5
After the dough has rested, add the vegetable oil to the bowl and mix carefully to incorporate
- 50ml of vegetable oil
6
Divide the dough into 16 small pieces and roll out on a floured surface to form circles approximately 4 inches in diameter. Place the dough circles onto the hot tray in the oven and bake for 4-5 minutes, turning if necessary
7
Alternatively, you may prefer to grill your naan breads. Instead of preheating the oven, turn on the grill to its highest setting and set out as many pans as you can on the hob over a high heat. Place one circle of dough into each pan to cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the underside of the bread to colour. Place directly under the grill until the naans begin to puff up
8
Once cooked, brush the naans with butter and while still hot, add the chopped garlic and coriander. Serve immediately
- butter , softened
- 1 handful of garlic cloves , peeled and chopped
- coriander , chopped
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