An Indian bread to accompany Curry.
Dissolve yeast in water and sugar, and leave to stand about 10 minutes.
Stir in milk, egg, salt, and enough of the flour to make soft dough. Knead for 6 to 8 minutes.
Place in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth and leave to rise 1 hour.
Punch down, and knead in garlic, if desired. Divide into balls about the size of a golf ball. Roll and place on a tray.
Cover and leave to rise about 30 minutes.
Preheat grill to high heat during this second rising.
Roll ball into a thin circle, place on grill and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or till puffy and lightly browned. Brush uncooked side with butter, and turn over. Brush cooked side with butter, and cook till browned, another 2 to 4 minutes. Remove from grill, and keep cooking remaining naan.
Keep warm until all are cooked, and eat right away.