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Butter Naan Recipe | Soft & Fluffy Homemade Naan

Make soft and fluffy Butter Naan at home with simple ingredients. Perfect with curries, paneer, tandoori dishes, and more. Step-by-step recipe + FAQs.

⭐ Butter Naan Recipe

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ cup yogurt
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • ½ cup warm water (as needed)
  • 2 tbsp melted butter (for brushing)
  • Optional: garlic, coriander, nigella seeds

🥣 Instructions

Step 1: Make the Dough

  1. In a bowl, mix flour, salt, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda.
  2. Add yogurt and oil; mix gently.
  3. Add warm water gradually and knead into a soft dough.
  4. Cover and rest for 1 hour.

Step 2: Shape the Naans

  1. Divide the dough into 6–8 balls.
  2. Roll each ball into oval or round shape.
  3. Add optional toppings like garlic, coriander, or nigella seeds.

Step 3: Cook the Naan

Stovetop Method:

  1. Heat a tawa on medium-high heat.
  2. Place the naan—cook until bubbles form.
  3. Flip and cook the other side until golden.

Tandoor/Oven Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 250°C / 480°F.
  2. Bake naans for 3–4 minutes until puffed.

Step 4: Add Butter

Brush the hot naan liberally with melted butter.
Serve warm with curries or grilled dishes.

🍛 Best Pairings for Butter Naan

  • Butter Chicken
  • Chicken Curry
  • Paneer Butter Masala
  • Mutton Curry
  • Dal Makhani
  • Tandoori Chicken

❓ FAQs

1. Can I make butter naan without yeast?

Yes! This recipe uses yogurt, baking powder, and baking soda instead of yeast.

2. Can I cook naan in an air fryer?

Yes, cook at 200°C (400°F) for 4–5 minutes.

3. Why is my naan not soft?

The dough must rest at least 1 hour. Use warm water, yogurt, and avoid over-cooking.

🔗 Similar Recipes You May Like :

  • Garlic Naan
  • Tandoori Roti
  • Butter Chicken
  • Chicken Curry
  • Paneer Tikka Masala
  • Mutton Curry

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