Naan No Knead

Elevate your homemade bread game with this no-knead naan recipe—a simple yet irresistibly delicious take on the classic Indian flatbread. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and yogurt, this dough comes together effortlessly in just minutes without the need for kneading, saving you time and effort. After a leisurely rise, the dough is rolled and cooked in a hot skillet to achieve that signature bubbly, golden-brown texture with lightly charred edges. Customize your naan by brushing it with melted butter or ghee for an added layer of richness. Perfect for scooping up curries, pairing with dips, or enjoying as a standalone treat, this foolproof naan recipe is beginner-friendly and yields warm, pillowy bread that’s ready in under 30 minutes of active cooking time.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Warm water
• 0.5 cup Plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil (plus extra for cooking)
• 2 tablespoons Melted butter or ghee (optional, for brushing)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt.

Step 2

Add the warm water, yogurt, and vegetable oil to the dry ingredients. Stir everything together using a spoon or spatula until a shaggy dough forms. No kneading is necessary.

Step 3

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm spot for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until it doubles in size.

Step 4

Once the dough has risen, gently deflate it using a spoon. Lightly flour a clean surface and transfer the dough onto it. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball.

Step 5

Using a rolling pin or your hands, flatten each ball of dough into an oval or round shape about 1/4-inch thick.

Step 6

Heat a non-stick skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the skillet before cooking each naan.

Step 7

Place one piece of rolled dough on the hot skillet. Cook for about 1-2 minutes, or until bubbles form on the surface. Flip the naan and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until both sides are golden brown and slightly charred.

Step 8

Repeat with the remaining dough balls, adding more oil to the skillet as needed.

Step 9

Optionally, brush the cooked naan with melted butter or ghee for extra flavor.

Step 10

Serve warm with your favorite curry, dip, or topping!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	791.5 grams (791.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1853

Total Fat 56.70g	73%
Saturated Fat 20.40g	102%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 69mg	23%
Sodium 2456mg	107%
Total Carbohydrate 286.30g	104%
Dietary Fiber 11.80g	42%
Total Sugars 9.40g
Protein 46.80g	94%

Vitamin D 59IU	294%
Calcium 282mg	22%
Iron 17mg	96%
Potassium 758mg	16%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.7%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 62.1%