The soft, chewy texture and subtle flavors make it the perfect accompaniment to any curry or dish. But have you ever tried adding cheese to your naan bread? It’s super easy to do. Simply prepare your dough (no yeast required), fill it with cubes of mozzarella cheese and fry it in a pan until puffed and golden. The result is a deliciously cheesy, gooey, indulgent treat that’s perfect for satisfying those comfort food cravings. Try this recipe today and you wouldn’t want to eat Naan any other way.
Flour Cheese Naan Bread
– Plain or all-purpose flour will work for this recipe.
Yogurt – Yogurt not only adds flavor but also works with baking soda as a leavening agent.
Baking Soda – This acts as a leavening agent and gives the naan an airy texture.
Mozzarella – This is what makes the cheese topping
Tips
If you want to make smaller naan breads, you can do so by dipping the dough into 12 pieces instead of eight. Use full-fat Greek yogurt for best results. A heavy-bottomed skillet (like cast iron) will work best for this recipe because it retains heat well. This is necessary so that thick flatbreads are cooked thoroughly.
How to Store Cheesy Naan
Store naan in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also store raw dough in the refrigerator for about 3 days. Alternatively, the dough balls can be frozen for up to 3 months. Just be sure to wrap them tightly in plastic wrap.
Can you freeze naan bread
Yes you can! Let the naans cool completely, then transfer them to resealable Ziploc bags or an airtight container and store them in the freezer for up to 2 months.
When you want to serve the Naan breads, let them defrost and reheat in the microwave.
Ingredients
FLOUR
300 grams
BAKING SODA
1/2 teaspoon
SEA SALT
5g
GREEK YOGURT
250g
MOZZARELLA
100g
Instructions
In a bowl, add the flour, baking soda, salt and Greek yogurt.
Step 1
Mix the ingredients with the spatula until the mixture begins to come together. Then knead the dough with your hands until it is smooth and elastic. Transfer the dough to the bowl, cover with cling film and leave to rest for 30 minutes.
Step 2
Once the dough has rested, divide it into eight equal pieces.
Step 3
Flatten each one with your hands.
Step 4
Put the cheese in the middle and fold the dough to close it.
Step 5
Flatten the ball of dough slightly with your rolling pin.
Step 6
Cook in a pan over medium heat. As soon as a few bubbles start to form, turn the bread. Repeat the process until the naan is completely puffed.
Step 7Serve and enjoy!
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