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This homemade herbed garlic butter naan is a slight variation on an HBH classic. It’s extra soft, doughy, chewy, and brushed generously with caramelized garlic herb butter. Quite honestly, you’ll have a hard time finding a better naan recipe out there. The best part, this bread is so easy make, and pretty difficult to mess up. Serve alongside your favorite Indian dishes, with grilled meats, alongside hummus, or simply on its own…fresh off the skillet. You simply can’t go wrong with this naan.

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This recipe has been a long time coming.

Those of you who read often probably already know that I am obsessed with my homemade naan. It’s truly one of my favorite recipes I’ve ever shared. And it is, without a doubt, the one I remake most often. Probably because it’s also my family’s favorite. With requests from my mom and little sister coming in often, very often.

This herby, garlicy naan is my homemade naan recipe from years back, but with the addition  of herbs, garlic, and butter. It’s so simple, and pretty much perfect in every which way. I can’t believe it’s taken me so many years to create this recipe. But man oh man, I’m thankful I finally listened to all of you who said to make garlic naan, because it’s a game changer.

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naan on skillet
naan on skillet

Just like with my plain naan recipe…which I still think you NEED, because sometimes garlicy, herby bread isn’t the best for everything…this naan is simple. You really can’t mess it up. That said, there are a few things you need to know.

First, the milk and the yogurt are a must. I’ve discovered that these two ingredients, which are not always traditional in naan, are really what make this recipe better than others. You can use a nut milk, and you can also use coconut yogurt, but I will not lie, it’s not exactly the same. If your diet allows, I highly recommend using whole milk and yogurt.

Second, a cast iron skillet (a screaming hot one), is really what you need to create the perfect naan. Yes, this can be made in a nonstick skillet, but you will not get all those lovely pockets of air and toasted bottoms. It just won’t happen. I like to use this Staub Skillet, which conveniently comes with a clear glass lid, perfect for knowing just when to flip. It’s practically dedicated to making naan.

Third, it’s important to roll your naan dough out pretty thin. It may not seem right, but a thin naan dough will equal a soft doughy baked piece of naan. As the naan cooks (on the screaming hot skillet), it will quickly puff. If the dough is too thick, it will just be dense and heavy, instead of airy and light.

Fourth, butter, yes, you need it. Brushing the naan dough with butter before cooking is the key to a beautiful golden naan. So is finishing each cooked piece of naan with a little garlic herb butter. The butter is essential for that melt in your mouth, roll your eyes back, delicious taste. Trust me.

PS. as my mom is reading this, I can guarantee you that her mouth is watering. I think naan might just be her favorite food. It may be hard for her to admit, but I kinda think it beats out chocolate…maybe. 

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And that’s honestly all you need to know. Your first piece might not look that nice, but you’ll get the hang of it. By the last piece of naan, you will be a pro.

The best part though? No matter how the naan looks, it’s still going to taste DELICIOUS. Truly, you can’t mess this recipe up. It always turns out good. And really, is anything slathered with garlic herb butter ever not delicious?

Answer? Nope, always delicious. Oh, just don’t burn the garlic. Then you could have an issue…

Now, what can you serve this naan with? EVERYTHING.

I’m talking butter chicken meatballs – yes, please. Or the vegan option, coconut butter cauliflower? For sure some sheet pan chicken shawarma. Oh, and definitely this sweet potato lentil soup with rice. Or any soup for that matter.

side angle photo of drizzling butter over Herbed Garlic Butter Naan

My personal favorite? Hot right off the skillet with a little extra herby butter and nothing else. Yes, yes, yes.

And with that, enjoy one of my favorite recipes of all time. Make it…make it today, tomorrow, and every day you can find the time. Just like a good chocolate chip cookie, naan makes the day better. So dramatic, but so true.

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If you make this herbed garlic butter naan, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to also tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!

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Herbed Garlic Butter Naan

Author: Tieghan Gerard
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories Per Serving: 620 kcal

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Ingredients

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Instructions

  • 1. In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the water, honey, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes or until the mixture begins to bubble on top. 
    2. Add the milk, yogurt, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Using the dough hook, mix until the flour is completely incorporated, about 2-4 minutes. The dough should be sticky. Dust lightly with flour and knead the dough into a ball using your hands. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let sit in a warm place for 1 hour, until doubled in size, or if not using right away, overnight in the fridge.
    3.  When ready to cook divide the dough into 8 equal balls. Using a rolling pin, roll each piece of dough into a large oval, about 8 inches long and about 1/4-inch thick. Repeat with the remaining dough.
    4. Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, you want the pan screaming hot. Brush both sides of the naan with half of the melted butter. Drizzle the the skillet with a teaspoon of olive oil, then carefully use a paper towel to wipe the oil around the skillet. Place the naan on the hot skillet, immediately cover with a lid and cook for 1 minute, bubbles will form. Flip and cook, uncovered for another 1-2 minutes, until large toasted spots appear on the underside. Remove from the skillet and wrap in a clean kitchen towel. Repeat with the rest of the naan, keeping them wrapped in a towel while you work. 
    5. To make the garlic herb butter. Melt together the remaining half of the melted butter plus the garlic. Heat over low heat until the butter is lightly browned and the garlic golden. Remove from the heat and add the herbs. Brush the garlic herb butter over the warm naan and serve. These are best served warm, right off the skillet, but leftovers are still delicious. Keep stored in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Notes

Yeast: If you do not have access to yeast or simply cannot use, you can omit the yeast. The naan will be a little less fluffy, but it is still going to be great! 
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This post was originally published on February 19, 2019
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  2. 4 stars
    Tried this tonight with dinner. It was good but somewhat thick even rolling according to the 1/4″ roll in the recipe. Compared to naan that our guests had had before it was thick but good. May try rolling thinner next time.

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    1. Hi Healey! I would thin the cream with water. Use 2/3 cup heavy cream and 1/3 cup water. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe! Thank you! xTieghan

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  5. You should correct the “prep time” to include the one-hour dough rise. I’ve used Miyokos brand butter (lactose-free, cashew base), which reduces the risk of burning the naan, tastes great too #lovenaan

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    1. Hi Peggy! Please let me know how this turned out for you! I would love to help if you have any questions! xTieghan

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  7. 5 stars
    Can’t believe how good this naan tasted and how uncomplicated the recipe is. Definitely try it as it is so much better than shop bought naan

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    1. HI! Yes, you can freeze the cooked naan. That works wonderfully! Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe! Thank you! xTieghan

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  9. 5 stars
    This naan is the best. The dough was easy to work with and the flavor and texture of the finished breads was perfect.

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    1. HI! Yes, you can freeze the cooked naan. That works wonderfully! Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe! Thank you! xTieghan

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  11. The prep time on this is inaccurate, love your recipes but the dough needs to sit for an hour as other reviewers have mentioned. Should absolutely be edited!

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  13. 5 stars
    This naan has become my favorite recipe! I’ve made it once a week for awhile. My husband would eat it everyday!!

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    1. Hi Theresa, normal yogurt is too thin for this recipe. If you use a THICK normal yogurt, that will work. Otherwise I would recommend using the Greek yogurt if possible. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe! Thank you and happy holidays! xTieghan

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  15. I just made this recipe and it turned out wonderful. I made one change because the first naan was huge, I to cut the 7 remaining dough pieces in half and the size was perfect for my use. Great flavor and easy to make!

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