Blackstone Naan Bread is a delicious bread that can be served sweet or savory. This soft bread cooks perfectly on the griddle with easy ingredients.

Naan Bread stacked on a cutting board
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We love making homemade bread because of the flavor and how amazing it taste. This India bread is one of our favorites and even better cooking on the griddle.

Blackstone Recipes always cooks with the best texture and tenderness. You may also love these recipes – Blackstone Chicken Wings or Blackstone Chicken Tenders.

What is Naan Bread?

Naan bread is a flatbread that can be served sweet or savory. This soft and airy bread is traditionally cooked in a tandoor oven. The high heat cooks this bread puffy to be use in many different ways.

Ingredients

Ingredients needed - yeast, water, sugar, greek yogurt, egg, salt, flour, oil

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Substitutions and Additions

  • Add in Garlic
  • Make Cheesy Naan Bread
  • Add in Parsley

How to Make Naan Bread on Blackstone Griddle

Water and yeast in a bowl

Step 1 – In a large mixing bowl, stir together the activate dry yeast, warm water and sugar.  Set it aside to allow the yeast to active for a few minutes.  The mixture will start to foam. 

Flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl with the bowl of yeast mixture on the side

Step 2 – In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar and salt.  

naan bread dough in a bowl

Step 3 – Form a well into the middle of the bowl and add the egg into the well.  Beat in the egg and then mix in the greek yogurt. Stir in the yeast mixture. Mix until all the ingredients are combined. 

Naan bread dough in a bowl that has doubled in size

Step 4 – Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover it with plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place until the dough has doubled in size. 

Bread dough into small balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper

Step 5 – Then shape the dough into 8 round balls. Place the balls on a baking sheet, top with a small amount of oil, cover and allow for them to rise for 30 minutes.  

Dough rolled out on a floured surface

Step 6 – While the grill is preheating, roll out the dough balls onto a floured surface until approximately ⅛ inch thick.  

  • Step 7 – Spread the vegetable oil onto the Blackstone grill with a spatula. Then place the rolled out dough into the grill.  
  • Step 8 – Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until the bread is golden brown and crispy on both sides. 
  • Step 9 – Continue this process until all the dough balls are cooked. 
  • Step 10 – Serve immediately while warm and enjoy! 

Expert Tips

  • Mix Combination – Combine ingredients until mix thoroughly.
  • Dough – Allow the dough to double in size before dividing into 8 smaller dough.
  • Heat Griddle – Heat griddle to high heat and oil so create a crispy texture.

Naan Bread Topping

This easy recipe is delicious with added toppings. Simply brush or sprinkle on the bread before serving. Gives it so much flavor.

  • Powder Sugar
  • Honey
  • Melted Butter
  • Sour Cream
Naan Bread stacked on a cutting board

Frequently Asked Questions

How to Use Naan Bread

We love using Homemade Naan Bread for Pizza. Flatbread pizza is an easy way to make homemade pizza. You can also top it with garlic butter or cinnamon and sugar. Each make a delicious variation to this bread.

How to Make Naan Bread on the Skillet

If you prefer, you can make Naan Bread on the skillet indoors. We recommend cooking in a cast iron skillet for a similar texture when cooked on the griddle.
After mixing the naan ingredients together place on a heated skillet that has been oiled with olive oil. Cook for about 2 minutes on each side.

How to Store Leftover Naan Bread

Store the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.  

How to Freeze Naan Bread

If you have leftover Naan Bread, it can be frozen for up to 3 months. Place parchment paper in between each naan bread and place in a freezer bag.

How to Reheat Naan Bread

When you are ready to reheat, make sure the naan bread is thawed. Place in the oven or microwave to reheat.

Naan bread dipping into a sauce

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Blackstone Naan Bread

5 from 6 votes
Blackstone Naan Bread is a delicious bread that can be served sweet or savory. This soft bread cooks perfectly on the griddle with easy ingredients.
Prep Time 50 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 53 minutes
Servings 8
Cuisine Indian
Course Side Dish
Calories 217

Ingredients

  • 2 ¼ teaspoons Active Dry Yeast 1 packet
  • 1 cup warm water 110 degrees F
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 1 Large Egg room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • Vegetable Oil for cooking
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Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, stir together the activate dry yeast, warm water and sugar.  Set it aside to allow the yeast to active for a few minutes.  The mixture will start to foam. 
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar and salt.
  • Form a well into the middle of the bowl and add the egg into the well.  Beat in the egg and then mix in the greek yogurt.
  • Stir in the yeast mixture. Mix until all the ingredients are combined.
  • Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover it with plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place until the dough has doubled in size.
  • Then shape the dough into 8 round balls. Place the balls on a baking sheet, top with a small amount of oil, cover and allow for them to rise for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the Blackstone grill over medium high heat (approximately 350-400 degrees F).
  • While the grill is preheating, roll out the dough balls onto a floured surface until approximately ⅛ inch thick.
  • Spread the vegetable oil onto the Blackstone grill with a spatula. Then place the rolled out dough into the grill.
  • Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until the bread is golden brown and crispy on both sides.
  • Continue this process until all the dough balls are cooked.
  • Serve immediately while warm and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Store the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 217kcal, Carbohydrates 44g, Protein 8g, Fat 1g, Saturated Fat 0.3g, Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g, Monounsaturated Fat 0.4g, Trans Fat 0.003g, Cholesterol 21mg, Sodium 594mg, Potassium 99mg, Fiber 2g, Sugar 7g, Vitamin A 30IU, Vitamin C 0.01mg, Calcium 18mg, Iron 2mg

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