Quick Naan (Bread Machine)

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 2

Quick and Easy Naan Bread Machine Recipe

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

1 hr 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

396

Sugar

3.3 g

Fat

9.5 g

Naan bread is a traditional Indian cuisine that is commonly served with a variety of dishes such as chicken tikka masala, lamb kebabs, among others. This delicious quick naan bread recipe suits people who want to make naans at home without the lengthy process of mixing and waiting for the dough to rise. The recipe involves the use of readily available ingredients, which makes it convenient to make. By using a bread machine, the process of making the dough is much faster, avoiding the time-consuming tradition of manually kneading the dough, making it a go-to recipe for busy individuals.

Instructions

1.	In a bowl, mix together warm water, salt, honey, oil and yogurt.
2.	In a separate bowl, mix together flour and yeast.
3.	Combine the wet and dry mixture together and knead until thoroughly mixed to produce dough.
4.	Cover dough and let it rise in a warm place for an hour.
5.	Preheat oven to 500°F and place a baking stone or an upside-down baking sheet in the oven. Cut dough into pieces and shape into rounds or ovals, before placing them on a floured surface. Let them rest for a few minutes.
6.	Place the naan on a preheated baking stone or baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, until the bread is puffed and light golden brown.

PROS

This quick naan bread recipe is easy to make, and produces soft and fluffy naan breads suitable for complementing any meal.

It can be customized to suit different taste preferences; for instance, adding garlic can enhance the flavor.

CONS

This bread is high in carbohydrates, which may not be suitable for individuals trying to watch their carb intake.

Also, it requires a bread machine, which may not be available in everyone’s kitchen.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This bread contains proteins, healthy fats, calcium, and essential vitamins such as riboflavin and niacin. As such, it can contribute to bone and muscle health, boost energy levels, and improve digestive health.

	1 cup warm water
	1 1/4 teaspoons salt
	1 1/2 teaspoons honey
	2 1/2 tablespoons oil
	1/3 cup yogurt
	4 cups flour
	1 1/2 teaspoons yeast