If you have decided you prefer homemade bread over storebought, we’re here for you! Some of our other favorites are Easy Homemade Flour Tortillas, Homemade Brioche Hamburger Buns, Easy Rosemary Focaccia Bread, and Soft Garlic Parmesan Homemade Breadsticks.
Homemade Garlic Naan Bread
I just posted the other day about one of our favorite foods ever, Chicken Tikka Masala, but there is a second part of that meal that cannot go unmentioned – the warm, buttery garlic naan bread that accompanies it on the side. It’s perfect for dipping and sopping up every last drop of that delicious tikka masala sauce! I’ll start off by admitting that for years I have avoided making homemade garlic naan bread because I thought it would be too much extra work or that it just wouldn’t turn out very good because I didn’t have a tandoori oven in my home (who does?!). But I finally decided to give it a try because the storebought varieties just disappointed me every time with their lackluster flavor and sometimes rubbery, sometimes stale texture. And dude, it seriously could not be easier to make delicious naan at home. All you need is a mixer, some time to let the dough rise, and a rolling pin (affiliate link) and frying pan. You will need to give your dough about an hour to rise, so start it before you start making your main dish, whether it’s a curry or chicken tikka masala, but when it comes time to cook the naan, it’s super easy to roll out each portion and then the bread itself cooks in less than 2 minutes per naan. And it is super satisfying to watch the dough bubble up as it cooks in the dry heat of the pan and then brush it with melted butter and garlic and sprinkle with cilantro afterwards. This homemade garlic naan stays fresh for a few days if you store it in a large ziploc bag so you can eat it with leftovers or use it to make a wrap sandwich. My only problem with this homemade garlic naan bread recipe is that I can’t stop eating it!
How to Make Garlic Naan
How do you store leftover naan?
Store your cooled naan inside an airtight container and at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also freeze your naan for longer storage (but not more than 2 months). Thaw and then reheat to enjoy. Unfortunately, naan has a short shelf life, so it’s best to eat it as quickly as possible for the best quality.
How do you reheat garlic naan?
You can reheat your leftover (or thawed) naan a few different ways. Some people choose to microwave while others prefer the oven or stovetop methods. For the microwave, cook it about 30 seconds with a damped paper towel to help steam it and keep it from getting too chewy as it cools. In the oven, cook it at 350°F for 10 minutes and for the stovetop method, cook it in a cast-iron skillet until warm, flipping as needed.
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