Cardamom and Raisin Naan
Cardamom is a key spice in Indian sweets and pastries, adding a special aroma to doughs. Combined with raisins, you can create an exciting, spicy-sweet naan that evokes both the world of Eastern flavors and the atmosphere of homemade sweets. As the naan bakes in the pan, the raisins swell slightly and caramelize inside, while the aroma of cardamom fills the air – creating a truly cozy atmosphere. Tip: if you want to intensify the spiciness, you can use freshly crushed cardamom seeds. Brushing with butter makes the surface of the naan soft and shiny. This naan is an ideal choice for breakfast, a snack, or a special dessert. A little honey or cinnamon sugar makes it even more delicious.
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
Soak the raisins in lukewarm water for 10 minutes to soften them. Drain and pat dry with paper towels.
2
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, dry yeast, sugar, salt, and ground cardamom. This gives the naan its spicy character.
3
Add the yogurt, lukewarm water, and olive oil. Mix together and knead into a smooth, elastic dough.
4
Knead for at least 10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. If it's too sticky, you can add a little flour.
5
Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
6
Divide the dough into 6 equal portions, form balls, and then roll them out into oval shapes.
7
Sprinkle the prepared raisins on one half of the rolled-out naan, fold the other half over, press gently, and then slightly stretch it out again.
8
Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the naans for 1-2 minutes per side, until brown spots appear.
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Brush the cooked naans with melted butter while they are still hot – this will make them even more fragrant and succulent.
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Serve warm. It's delicious on its own, but you can also serve it with honey or a fruit dip.
