Homemade Frying Pan Naan Bread
Discover the joy of making your own naan bread right at home with this easy frying pan recipe! Perfectly soft and fluffy, these naans are made with a delightful combination of simple ingredients, including cake flour, yeast, milk, and aromatic cumin seeds. Whether you're serving them alongside your favorite curry or just enjoying them warm with butter, this homemade naan will elevate any meal. Ideal for sharing, you'll find that everyone will want seconds of this delicious bread. Enjoy this versatile recipe that brings a taste of Indian cuisine to your kitchen!
12
Servings
150
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter
25 g (melted)
Milk
150 ml (tepid)
Cake Flour
400 g (all-purpose flour)
Cumin Seeds
15 ml (optional, toasted)
Baking Powder
5 ml (none)
Yeast
5 ml (active dry)
Sugar
20 ml (none)
Egg
1 (beaten)
Salad Oil
15 ml (none)
Salt
10 ml (none)
Melted Butter
50 g (for brushing)
Instructions
1
In a small saucepan, heat the butter, milk, sugar, and salad oil over low heat until the butter has melted and the mixture is tepid. Remove from heat and set aside.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake flour, cumin seeds (if using), baking powder, yeast, and salt. Mix well.
3
Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Pour in the warmed milk mixture and the beaten egg. Gently mix to form a soft dough.
4
Knead the dough on a floured surface for 15 to 20 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic.
5
Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl, covering it loosely with a cloth. Allow it to rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size, approximately 1 to 1.5 hours.
6
Once risen, punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball, then flatten into rounds about 1 cm thick. Place on a floured tray and cover with a cloth.
7
Heat a heavy-based frying pan over moderately high heat. Once hot, brush the pan lightly with melted butter.
8
Carefully place one naan round into the pan. Cook for about 2 minutes, or until bubbles form on the surface.
9
While the naan cooks, brush the top with more melted butter. Flip the naan and cook for an additional 1.5 minutes until cooked through and lightly browned.
10
Brush the cooked side with more melted butter and remove from the pan. Place the naan in tin foil to keep warm.
11
Repeat the process with the remaining naan. Store in tin foil if not consuming immediately, or freeze for later. To reheat, place in a moderate oven until warmed through.
Nutrition Information
7.5 g
Fat
3.3 g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Homemade Frying Pan Naan Bread?
Homemade Frying Pan Naan Bread is a soft and fluffy Indian-style flatbread made with cake flour, yeast, milk, and aromatic cumin seeds, designed to be cooked in a standard frying pan.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 12 individual servings of naan bread.
What are the primary ingredients for this naan recipe?
The main ingredients include cake flour, butter, milk, sugar, salad oil, cumin seeds, baking powder, yeast, salt, and one egg.
Can I use all-purpose flour instead of cake flour?
Yes, all-purpose flour can be used as a substitute for cake flour in this recipe.
How long should I knead the naan dough?
The dough should be kneaded on a floured surface for 15 to 20 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
How long does the dough need to rise?
The dough needs to rise in a warm place for approximately 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
What temperature should the milk mixture be before adding it to the flour?
The milk, butter, sugar, and oil mixture should be heated until the butter is melted and the liquid is tepid (lukewarm).
How is this naan bread cooked?
The naan is cooked in a heavy-based frying pan over moderately high heat, brushed with melted butter.
What is the purpose of cumin seeds in the dough?
Cumin seeds are used to add an aromatic flavor to the bread, though they are an optional ingredient.
Is an egg necessary for this naan recipe?
Yes, one beaten egg is added to the center of the dry ingredients to help form a soft dough.
How thick should I roll out the naan portions?
Each portion should be rolled into a round approximately 1 cm thick.
How long does it take to cook one naan in the frying pan?
It takes about 2 minutes on the first side and an additional 1.5 minutes on the second side.
How many calories are in one serving of this naan?
There are approximately 150 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 7.5 g of fat.
How much protein is in each naan bread?
Each naan provides 3.3 g of protein.
Can I freeze the homemade naan bread?
Yes, you can freeze the naan for later use; store them in tin foil or a freezer-safe container.
How should I reheat frozen or leftover naan?
To reheat, place the naan in a moderate oven until they are warmed through.
What are some serving suggestions for this bread?
Serve the naan warm with butter or alongside your favorite Indian curry dishes.
Why do I need to brush the pan with butter?
Brushing the pan with melted butter prevents sticking and helps give the naan a golden-brown finish.
What type of yeast is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 5 ml of active dry yeast.
Does this naan recipe contain baking powder?
Yes, 5 ml of baking powder is included in the dry ingredient mix.
How do I know when the naan is ready to be flipped?
The naan is ready to flip when bubbles begin to form on the surface, usually after about 2 minutes.
Can I make this naan without cumin seeds?
Yes, the cumin seeds are optional and can be omitted if you prefer plain naan.
How should I keep the cooked naan warm while making the rest?
Place the cooked naan in tin foil immediately after removing them from the pan to retain heat.
What kind of oil should be used in the dough?
The recipe specifies using 15 ml of salad oil in the liquid mixture.
How many pieces of dough should I divide the recipe into?
The dough should be divided into 12 equal portions.
How many ingredients total are required?
There are 11 ingredients listed in the recipe.
What is the recommended heat setting for the frying pan?
A moderately high heat is recommended for a heavy-based frying pan.
Is this recipe considered easy to make?
Yes, it is described as an easy frying pan recipe suitable for bringing Indian cuisine to your home kitchen.
How should I store naan if I am not eating it immediately?
Store the naan in tin foil to keep them soft and warm, or freeze them if not consuming the same day.