Cottage Cheese Garlic Naan Recipe
This Cottage Cheese Garlic Naan recipe offers a delicious, low-carb twist on traditional naan by using cottage cheese and almond flour. Soft, flavorful, and infused with garlic, these naans are perfect for pairing with Indian curries or enjoying as a savory snack.
- Author: Logan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 small naans 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Low Fat
Dough 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
For Cooking and Garnish
- 1 tablespoon butter for brushing
- Chopped parsley or cilantro for garnish
- Prepare the batter: 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.
- Mix dough: Pour the cottage cheese mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir until a dough forms; it will be slightly sticky which is perfect for this recipe.
- Add garlic and shape dough: 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 ball into an oval shape roughly 1/4 inch thick.
- Cook the naan: 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, or until golden brown and puffy.
- Finish and garnish: Brush the warm naan with more melted butter and sprinkle with chopped parsley or cilantro if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use full-fat cottage cheese for better texture and flavor.
- Make sure to blend the cottage cheese and eggs thoroughly for a smooth dough.
- If the dough is too sticky to handle comfortably, dust your hands more with flour as needed.
- This naan is best served warm and fresh but can be reheated gently in a pan.
- Substitute chopped cilantro if parsley is unavailable for garnish.
Keywords: Cottage Cheese Naan, Garlic Naan, Low Carb Naan, Indian Bread, Gluten Reduced Naan, Keto Naan Alternative