Description
Discover the joy of making Easy Vegan Naan at home! This delightful recipe yields soft and fluffy Indian flatbread that perfectly complements your favorite curries, dals, and more. With just eight simple ingredients, you can whip up this vegan-friendly bread in under an hour, making it an excellent choice for weeknight dinners or gatherings with friends. Customize it with your favorite herbs or spices to add a unique twist. Whether enjoyed as a side dish or as part of a light snack, this Easy Vegan Naan is sure to 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
- Prepare the yeast by mixing instant yeast and sugar with warm water in a large bowl; let sit until frothy.
- Add flour, salt, baking powder, coconut cream, and olive oil to the bowl. Stir until combined, then knead on a floured surface for about 2-3 minutes until smooth.
- Place dough in a bowl, cover with a tea towel, and let rise for about 30 minutes (optional).
- Divide dough into eight equal pieces and roll each into a circle about 1/4 inch thick.
- Heat a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat and cook each rolled piece until golden brown on both sides (about 1-2 minutes per side).
- Serve warm, optionally brushed with melted vegan butter or topped with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 naan (approx. 60g)
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg