Naan Bread

Step 1

In the bowl of an electric stand mixer whisk together water, yeast and 1/4 tsp sugar. Let rest 5 - 10 minutes until frothy.

Step 2

Set mixer with paddle attachment then mix in milk, yogurt, olive oil, egg yolk, 1 Tbsp sugar and the salt. Stir in about 2/3 of the flour.

Step 3

Switch to hook attachment then mix in remaining 1/3 of the flour. Let knead on low speed dough pulls away from sides and is slightly sticky (while adding a few extra tablespoons of flour as needed) about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Transfer to a large, lightly oiled bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest until doubled in volume, about 1 1/2 - 2 hours.

Step 5

Gently punch dough down then divide dough into 6 equal portions (using a floured bench scraper or knife, you can cut like a pizza into 6 wedges). Round out edges and keep covered with greased plastic wrap.

Step 6

Preheat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat (a non-stick skillet works too just not quite as well).

Step 7

Working with one piece of dough at a time, roll into 9-inch oval or tear drop shape over lightly floured surface (roll to about about 1/6-inch thickness). Dip fingertips in water then dot across top of rolled out dough or mist lightly with water from a spray bottle.

Step 8

Cook naan moistened side down, until golden brown spots appear on bottom about 30 seconds. Flip** and cook opposite side until golden brown spots appear, about 30 seconds.

Step 9

Repeat with remaining naan. Reduce burner temper if needed if browning to quickly.

Step 10

Brush naan with melted butter before serving. Serve warm.