Naan Bread

1. 1

   Combine the water, yogurt, melted butter, salt, and sugar in a large bowl.

2. 2

   Stir in 1/2 cup of the flour and the yeast, then enough of the flour to make a soft dough.

3. 3

   On a lightly floured work surface, knead the dough for 5 minutes, adding more flour as necessary, but keeping the dough soft, until the dough is smooth.

4. 4

   During the last minute or so, knead in the onion seeds and shape into a ball.

5. 5

   Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl and turn to coat with the oil.

6. 6

   Cover with plastic wrap and let stand in a warm place until doubled in volume, about an hour.

7. 7

   Place two large baking sheets in the center and top third of the oven and preheat to 500F (260C).

8. 8

   Knead the dough for a minute until smooth.

9. 9

   Cut dough into 4 equal pieces and roll each into an oval about 10in (24cm) long.

10. 10

    Carefully transfer the breads to the baking sheets in the oven.

11. 11

    Bake for 6 minutes, until puffed.

12. 12

    Transfer to a wire rack.

13. 13

    Position a broiler rack about 6in (15cm) from the heat and preheat the broiler.

14. 14

    One at a time, broil the breads 30 seconds on each side until blistered and browned lightly.

15. 15

    Serve warm.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.