Whole Grain Naan Recipe

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This whole grain naan uses a blend of whole wheat and all-purpose flours, active dry yeast, yogurt, water, salt, sugar, and olive oil. Optional additions include nigella seeds, melted butter for brushing, minced garlic, and fresh coriander for garnish.
Learn how to cook Whole Grain Naan Recipe by making a yeasted dough with whole wheat flour, letting it rise until doubled, then rolling pieces into teardrops. Cook in a very hot cast iron pan for 1-2 minutes per side until blistered and puffed, then brush with butter. No tandoor oven needed—just high heat to create authentic char marks!
The characteristic charred spots on naan come from cooking at extremely high temperatures. Traditional tandoor ovens reach 480°C, but you can replicate this at home with a very hot cast iron pan or by briefly exposing the bread to a gas flame, creating the same delicious caramelization and smoky flavour.
Yes! While yogurt creates traditional tenderness in naan, you can substitute plant-based yogurt (coconut, soy, or almond) for a vegan version. If you're out of yogurt entirely, use an equal amount of milk or plant milk with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice added to create the necessary acidity.
To keep flatbreads soft, cool them completely then wrap tightly in foil or cling film and store at room temperature for 2 days. For longer storage, refrigerate up to 5 days or freeze for 3 months. To reheat, lightly sprinkle with water and warm in a hot pan or oven until soft and pliable.
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