Description
Discover the joy of making Easy Vegan Naan from scratch! This simple yet delightful recipe yields soft, fluffy flatbreads that are perfect for accompanying your favorite Indian dishes like curries and dals. With just eight ingredients, you can create a versatile bread that not only enhances your meals but also allows for customization with flavors like garlic or fresh herbs. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night in, this vegan naan will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
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- 1 teaspoon instant yeast
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 tablespoons coconut cream (or plain non-dairy yogurt)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by mixing it with sugar and warm water in a large bowl. Let it sit for a few minutes until frothy.
- Add flour, salt, baking powder, coconut cream, and olive oil to the bowl. Mix until combined, then knead on a floured surface for about 2-3 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a bowl covered with a tea towel and let it rise for about 30 minutes (optional).
- Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and roll each into circles about 1/4 inch thick.
- Heat a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat and cook each naan for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 naan (80g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg