Naan Bread Recipe Lil Luna

Naan bread is a simple bread and a great side to so many dishes. We love to serve it up with Coconut Curry or even Homemade Hummus!

Naan is the best! Have you made it before? We are going to tell you why you should make it, and why we love it.

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Both pita and naan are considered flatbreads and are often served the same way, but are made differently causing the difference in texture.

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Yeast. Normally instant yeast does not need to be activated in warm water first, but for this recipe, it tends to create a fluffier texture than simply adding it to the flour or using active dry yeast.

Dough thickness matters. The width of the bread can be anywhere from 5-10 inches wide. The thickness should only be about 3-5mm thick. If rolled too thin they’ll be crispy, but if rolled too thick, they won’t form bubbles.

Cast iron skillet. Homemade naan is traditionally cooked in a tandoor oven. If you’re like me you don’t have one of those so just use a cast-iron skillet. It distributes heat equally, giving an even cook to each piece of dough. Other heavy-bottomed pans will work too.

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STORE. Cool and store in a Ziploc bag. At room temperature, naan bread should last 5-7 days on the counter. If stored in the fridge it can last a couple of days longer.

FREEZE. Wrap in plastic wrap or foil and for extra security, place in a freezer-safe Ziploc bag and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Let defrost and warm up in the oven or microwave.

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Store the dough. To store the dough in the fridge or freezer to be cooked later, place them in an airtight container large enough to accommodate a gradual rise. It can be kept in the fridge for 3-4 days. Punch down, divide, and bake according to the directions.

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Freeze the dough. Double the amount of yeast added to the dough to compensate for any that will die in the freezer. Freeze it a couple of ways:

Homemade naan can go with anything really, but it’s typically best with Asian and Indian foods. Here are some of our favorite recipes to serve it with:

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Naan also does not have to be used as just a side. We like to use it to make Flatbread Wraps, Flatbread Pizzas, sandwiches, and more.

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STORE. Cool and store in a Ziploc bag. At room temperature, Naan Bread should last 5-7 days on the counter. If stored in the fridge it can last a couple of days longer.

FREEZE. Wrap in Saran Wrap or foil and for extra security, place in a freezer-safe Ziploc bag and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Let defrost and warm up in the oven or microwave.

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Store the dough. To store the dough in the fridge or freezer to be cooked later, place them in an airtight container large enough to accommodate its gradually rising. It can be kept in the fridge for 3-4 days. Punch down, divide, and bake according to the directions.

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Calories: 231 kcal , Carbohydrates: 31 g , Protein: 5 g , Fat: 9 g , Saturated Fat: 2 g , Cholesterol: 29 mg , Sodium: 184 mg , Potassium: 70 mg , Fiber: 1 g , Sugar: 1 g , Vitamin A: 125 IU , Calcium: 18 mg , Iron: 1.9 mg

My name is Kristyn and I’m the mom of SIX stinkin’ cute kids and the wife to my smokin’ hot hubby, Lo. My mom’s maiden name is Luna, and I’m one of the many crafty “Lil’ Lunas” in the fam. On this site I like to share all things creative - from recipes to home decor to gifts and home decor ideas. Welcome!

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