Naan (Indian Bread)

Ingredients

4 c white flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
1 c milk
6 tbsp yogurt
1 tbsp oil
1 egg, beaten
salt to taste
3 tbsp ghee or butter melted
1 tbsp black sesame seeds / nigella seeds

Method

Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt together in a bowl.

Stir in egg, yogurt and 2 tablespoons of the butter. Gradually stir in enough milk to make a soft dough. Cover with a damp cloth and place in a warm place for 2 hours.

Preheat oven to 400F.

Knead dough on a floured surface for 2 or 3 minutes until smooth.

Divide into 8 pieces Roll each piece into a ball then into ovals about 6 inches long.

Grease a baking sheet and brush the underside of the bread with water. Brush the other side with butter and sprinkle with sesame or nigella seeds.

Bake 6 to 10 minutes until puffy and light golden brown.

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