Afghan Bread Naan | Naan afghani | Noon e Barbari | Simple Homemade Bread | Naan | نان

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt provides creaminess with fewer calories.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is a dairy-free alternative.

sesame seeds

🥗Healthier: flaxseeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Flaxseeds offer similar crunch and nutrition.

Mix dry yeast with warm water; let sit until foamy.

Combine plain flour, whole-wheat flour, and salt in a large bowl.

Add the yeast mixture and melted butter to the flour mixture; mix until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic.

Place the dough in a greased bowl; cover and let rise until doubled in size.

Preheat the oven to a high temperature.

Punch down the risen dough and divide it into equal portions.

Roll each portion into an oval shape.

Prepare the glaze by mixing plain flour and water; apply it on the rolled dough.

Sprinkle sesame seeds on top; press gently to adhere.

Place the rolled dough on a baking sheet.

Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

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