Name: Cheese Garlic Naan
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat works best); 2 eggs; 3/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup almond flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon butter for brushing; Chopped parsley or cilantro for garnish

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Introduction

Cheese Garlic Naan is a flavorful and soft flatbread infused with creamy cottage cheese and aromatic garlic. This easy recipe yields warm, golden naans perfect for pairing with your favorite Indian dishes or enjoying on their own.

The image shows a stack of six round flatbreads with a thick, soft texture and lightly browned spots on the surface, the top one brushed with melted yellow butter and sprinkled with fresh green herbs, all sitting on a white marbled surface. Part of a white bowl with a blue pattern is visible in the top right corner, filled with a dish that seems to be chickpeas or a similar textured food. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat works best)
2 eggs
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup almond flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon butter for brushing
Chopped parsley or cilantro for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: In a blender or food processor, blend the cottage cheese and eggs until the mixture is completely smooth and silky. In a large bowl, stir together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 2: Pour the cottage cheese mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir until a dough forms — it’ll be a little sticky but that’s perfect.
Step 3: Mix the minced garlic into the dough. Lightly flour your hands and shape the dough into small balls (about the size of a golf ball), then flatten each into an oval shape about 1/4 inch thick.
Step 4: Heat a non-stick or cast iron pan over medium heat and brush it lightly with butter. Cook each naan for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and puffy.
Step 5: Brush warm naan with more melted butter and sprinkle with parsley or cilantro if you like.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add a pinch of ground cumin or chili flakes to the dough before cooking.
Use fresh garlic for the best aroma, or roast the garlic beforehand for a milder taste.
Gluten-free option: replace all-purpose flour with more almond flour or a gluten-free blend, but expect slightly different texture.

Storage

Store leftover naan in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To keep longer, refrigerate for up to 4 days. Reheat by warming in a skillet over low heat or in a toaster oven to keep them soft and slightly crispy on the outside.

How to Serve

A stack of six round naan breads with soft, golden-brown spots on the surface, each one fluffy with lightly charred bubbles. The top naan is brushed with melted butter and sprinkled with fresh green herbs scattered unevenly. The breads have a light, pale beige color with a slightly crispy edge. They sit on a white rectangular plate placed on a white marbled textured surface. In the background, there is a bowl with Indian curry. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of cheese instead of cottage cheese?

You can try ricotta or cream cheese as alternatives, but cottage cheese provides the best texture and moisture for this naan.

Is this naan recipe suitable for a low-carb diet?

The almond flour reduces the carb content compared to traditional naan, but the all-purpose flour adds some carbs. For a lower-carb option, experiment with using only almond flour, although the texture will change.