This no yeast naan bread recipe is ready in no time and so easy to make. Plus, you probably have all the ingredients on hand at home!
No Yeast Naan Bread Ingredient List
- Flour: white all purpose flour. You can also mix white and whole wheat flour.
- Baking powder: many recipes call for instant yeast, but we’re using baking powder in this recipe. No need to wait for the dough to rise (it’s faster!).
- Salt & sugar: to balance the flavours.
- Yogurt: plain greek yogurt, for a soft and tender texture.
- Olive oil: extra virgin olive oil.
- Water
How to Prepare Naan Bread?
- Combine the dry ingredients to a large bowl: flour, baking powder, salt and sugar.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix with a wooden spoon. When the dough starts to form, use your hands and knead the dough for 2-3 minutes to a lightly floured surface.
- Cut the dough into 4 pieces. Roll each piece with a rolling pin (about 5-6 inches circle).
- In a medium heat pan, brush the pan with olive oil. Add naan bread and cook for 2 minutes, until bubbles start to form. Flip and cook for another minute or so. Repeat with each piece of dough. Keep in a tea towel until ready to serve.
Conservation
I recommend eating the naan breads the same day you’re making them. Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months.
No Yeast Naan Bread (Ready in no time!)
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minutesThis no yeast naan bread recipe is ready in no time and so easy to make. Plus, you probably have all the ingredients on hand at home!
Ingredients
2 cups of white all-purpose flour*
1 tsp of white sugar
1 tsp of salt
2 tsp of baking powder
1 cup of plain greek yogurt
¼ cup of water
2 tbsp of olive oil
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients to a large bowl: flour, baking powder, salt and sugar.
- Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix with a wooden spoon. When the dough starts to form, use your hands and knead the dough for 2-3 minutes to a working surface. If the dough is too thick, add a bit more flour.
- Cut the dough into 4 pieces. Dust your working surface with flour and roll each piece of dough with a rolling pin (about 5-6 inches circle).
- In a medium-high heat pan, brush the pan with olive oil. Add naan bread and cook for 2 minutes, until bubbles start to form. Flip and cook for another minute or so. Repeat with each piece of dough. Keep in a tea towel until ready to serve and enjoy!
Recipe Video
Notes
- Flour: you can also use whole wheat flour. If so, use 1:1 ratio – 1 cup white all purpose flour + 1 cup whole wheat flour.
- Garnishes: Spread over some melted butter and top with fresh shredded parsley.
FAQ
Is Naan Bread Vegan?
Since we’re making it with greek yogurt, it’s not. You can easily swap the greek yogurt for a vegan yogurt.
Are Naan Bread Gluten-Free?
The base of the naan bread is made out of all purpose flour. You can try to make it with gluten-free flour, but you would probably need to adapt the quantities.
Can Naan Bread be Made in Advance?
Yes! Make it in the morning and keep it in an airtight container. Reheat when you’re ready to eat dinner.
