Looking for a quick and simple flatbread recipe? Then look no further. Try this yogurt flatbread or easy naan recipe. Greek yogurt gives them a very soft and fluffy texture.
This recipe has no yeast and comes together in no time. These flatbreads are great to serve with curries or dips. You can even use them as pizza base as well.
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About the Recipe
Flatbreads are a big part of Indian cuisine. They are part of everyday diet in many regions. I love making homemade flatbread like this rotli or this sweet roti because they are easy to make and delicious.
Today's flatbread recipe is from, MasterChef, a very popular competitive cooking show around the world. These quick yoghurt flatbread are like an easy version of naan. They are soft, fluffy and delicious.
Using yogurt and baking powder gives them a nice tangy flavor with an amazing texture. You can serve these yogurt naan with a spicy curry or with a yummy dip. Hummus, guacamole or this creamy caramelized onion dip will be lovely.
Ingredients
For the details of the exact quantities of each ingredient and the list of ingredients needed, check the printable recipe card below.
Here are the ingredients you need to make this simple flatbread recipe aka yogurt naan:
- Flour - using all purpose flour gives the best soft and fluffy texture. But I love to add some whole wheat flour to add fiber. You can also use self rising flour - in which case do not forget to adjust the amount of baking powder and salt in the recipe.
- Semolina flour or fine sooji.
- Yogurt - use plain regular or Greek yogurt. Either full fat or 2% yogurt will work in the recipe.
- Baking powder and salt.
Instructions
For the detailed instructions on how to make the recipe with exact timings, check the printable recipe card below.
Here is how to make easy homemade flatbread with yogurt:
Combine flour, baking powder, salt, semolina flour and whisk to combine. Stir in the Greek yogurt and just enough water to make a soft, pliable dough. Cover and set aside.
When ready to make the flatbreads, gently knead the dough for couple of minutes until nice and smooth. Then divide the dough into 8 equal pieces.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out each dough piece into a 6~8" round flatbread. It is OK if it is not a perfect circle. You can also roll into an oblong shape, traditional shape for naans.
Heat a griddle on medium high heat. Place the rolled flatbread on the hot griddle and cook until golden brown spots form on both sides. If desired, brush with oil while cooking.
Keep the cooked flatbreads warm wrapped in a kitchen towel until ready to serve. Repeat with the remaining dough. Enjoy warm or at room temperature with your favorite dip or curry.
Expert Tips
- Use all purpose flour for the best soft and fluffy texture. But you can add some whole wheat flour to add fiber.
- You can also use self rising flour - in which case do not forget to adjust the amount of baking powder and salt in the recipe.
- Use plain regular or Greek yogurt. Either full fat or 2% yogurt will work in the recipe.
- Dough can be made up to 1 day in advance. Cover with a plastic wrap or place in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator.
- Serve these warm with a side of a spicy curry or as a snack with dip.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, they can be made up to 3 days ahead of time. Cool the flatbreads completely and then store them in the fridge wrapped in plastic wrap. You can also freeze them by layering them between parchment papers.
Preheat oven to 425°F. Spread pizza sauce, grated cheese and your favorite toppings on cooked flatbread. Bake in the preheated oven for 5~6 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
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Here are few side dishes that you can serve with these yogurt flatbreads:
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Recipe Card
Yogurt Flatbread
Ingredients
- 1½ cups All purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons Semolina flour/ Fine sooji
- 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ cup Plain Greek or regular Yogurt
- As needed Oil, for cooking
Instructions
- Combine flour, baking powder, salt, semolina flour and whisk to combine. Stir in the Greek yogurt and ¼ cup of water. Mix the ingredients until everything comes together. If there is some dry flour left, add 1 tablespoon water at a time to incorporate it into the dough. Once all of the flour is mixed in, knead for 4~5 minute to make a soft, pliable dough. Cover the bowl with a kitchen towel or a plate and set aside for 30 minutes.
- When ready to make the flatbreads, gently knead the dough for 2~3 minutes until nice and smooth. Then divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Work with one dough ball at a time and keep the rest covered with kitchen towel or a plate.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out each dough piece into a 6~8" round flatbread. It is OK if it is not a perfect circle. You can also roll into an oblong shape, traditional shape for naans.
- Heat a griddle on medium high heat. Place the rolled flatbread on the hot griddle and cook until golden brown spots form on both sides. If desired, brush with oil while cooking. Keep the cooked flatbreads warm wrapped in a kitchen towel until ready to serve. Repeat with the remaining dough. Enjoy warm or at room temperature with your favorite dip or curry.
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Notes
- Use all purpose flour for the best soft and fluffy texture. But you can add some whole wheat flour to add fiber.
- You can also use self rising flour - in which case do not forget to adjust the amount of baking powder and salt in the recipe.
- Use plain regular or Greek yogurt. Either full fat or 2% yogurt will work in the recipe.
- Dough can be made up to 1 day in advance. Cover with a plastic wrap or place in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator.
- Serve these warm with a side of a spicy curry or as a snack with dip.
- Yogurt flat bread can be made up to 3 days ahead of time. Cool the flatbreads completely and then store them in the fridge wrapped in plastic wrap. You can also freeze them by layering them between parchment papers.
- To make pizza flatbread:
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Spread pizza sauce, grated cheese and your favorite toppings on cooked flatbread.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 5~6 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
Varada
They must have turned out really soft with all that yogurt. They look so fluffy!
Usha
Lol for the PhD comment. Watching food demos from popular chefs of food network must have been a nice experience. This recipe reminds me of bhature I made for one of the mega BMs with lots of yogurt, though those were deep fried.
Srivalli Jetti
I am sure you are now a qualified PhD Pavani, this flatbread looks so yum. I did the research for a couple of times and had shortlisted but couldn't make it
Jayashree
It looks so soft and fluffy, lovely share after all the research.
Renu
Looks so soft and yummy, perfect with some hot piping curry.
Vaishali Sabnani
Pavani my hubby tells me the same while I am searching for a particular theme - phd ! Ha ha !
These yogurt rotis look super soft and melt in the mouth kinds , would love to give them a try .
sapana
It happened with me too, I had to research many times to find eggless and vegetarian dishes. The flatbreads looks really soft and yummy to pair with curries.
Rajani
I haven’t watched master chef series yet but have heard so much about it. Love how soft and fluffy the flatbread looks. It looks perfect to pair with a bunch of flavorful dips
Gayathri Kumar
It is really tough to finalise a list from Master Chef recipes. This flat bread looks awesome. With yogurt, this must be super soft.
Sushma
Wow, such a soft and fluffy flat bread you have made. Yummy
harini
I feel these are a healthier form of bhatures. Glad you took the time to do research. Waiting for the remaining 7 from your recipes list.
Suma Gandlur
The flat-breads look so soft and fluffy. Seems like your research have paid off. 🙂
Renu
The flat breads look so soft and yum. Yogurt must have definitely added to the softness
Chef Mireille
this reminds me of the Turkish flatbread I made before called Bazlama except that one uses a small amount of yeast instead of baking powder. However this looks so soft fluffy and delicious