Description
Cottage Cheese & Garlic Naan is a deliciously soft and flavorful flatbread that elevates any meal. With its warm, pillowy texture and aromatic garlic infusion, this naan is perfect for pairing with curries, served as a snack, or enjoyed on its own. Easy to prepare, this recipe will impress your family and friends with its restaurant-quality results right from your kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cottage cheese (fresh)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp melted butter or ghee (for brushing)
- Cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until well blended.
- Add yogurt and cottage cheese; mix to form a soft dough. Don't worry about getting messy!
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
- Divide the dough into equal portions; roll each piece into balls and flatten into discs.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat; cook each naan for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Immediately brush each naan with melted butter mixed with minced garlic; garnish with cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 naan (120g)
- Calories: 286
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg