Homemade Yogurt-Free Naan

This 40-minute homemade yogurt-free naan is amazing for dipping in your favourite sauces or served as a side dish. It’s both dairy-free and yogurt-free and contains minimal ingredients that you likely already have in your pantry. Top with some plant-based butter, garlic and fresh herbs, then enjoy as a side to this creamy butter bean dish or chickpea coconut curry!

Prep time: 30 minutes

Cook time: 10 minutes

Servings: 8 pieces of naan

Ingredients

• 1 tsp active dry yeast
• 1 tsp sugar
• 3/4 cup warm water (around 110F degrees)
• 2 cups white flour (or combo of white and whole wheat)
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 3 tbsp olive oil

Equipment

• Mixing bowl
• Frying pan

Instructions

1. Mix together yeast, sugar and water in a large bowl then let sit for a few minutes to let the yeast activate. You should see foamy bubbles start to appear after a few minutes – if this isn’t the case, it’s likely the water wasn’t warm enough or was too hot.
2. Mix in the dry ingredients and oil and knead into a ball. If the dough feels too sticky, you can add an extra 1-2 tbsp of flour. Cover and let rise for 15-20 minutes.
3. On a floured surface, cut the ball into 8 pieces and roll each one out (about 3-4 mm thick).
4. Fry on high heat for about 1-2 minutes on each side (no butter or olive oil needed in the pan).
5. Enjoy immediately!

Notes

*As a sweetener, you can use white sugar, or alternatively I’ve found that maple syrup works.

*Enjoy this homemade yogurt-free naan as a side to this creamy butter bean dish or chickpea coconut curry!