Description
This easy sourdough discard naan bread recipe creates soft, chewy, and slightly tangy flatbreads using excess sourdough starter. Cooked in a skillet, it’s perfect for curries, wraps, or dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup sourdough discard (unfed starter)
- ¾ cup warm milk (or water for dairy-free)
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter
- Extra butter or ghee for brushing
- Optional toppings: minced garlic, fresh cilantro, or nigella seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, whisk warm milk, sourdough discard, sugar, and yogurt. Stir in flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Mix into a shaggy dough, then knead for 5 minutes until smooth. Add olive oil, knead for another minute, cover, and let rest for 1-2 hours.
- Divide and Shape: Turn the rested dough onto a floured surface, divide into 6-8 pieces, roll into balls, and let rest for 15-20 minutes.
- Roll Out the Naan: Roll each ball into a ¼-inch thick oval or round shape. Press in optional toppings if using.
- Cook the Naan: Heat a dry cast-iron or non-stick pan over medium-high. Cook naan for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown spots appear. Brush with melted butter or ghee. Repeat for all dough pieces.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm with fresh cilantro, butter, or your favorite dips and curries.
Notes
- Garlic Butter Naan: Brush with garlic-infused butter before serving.
- Cheese-Stuffed Naan: Add shredded cheese between two dough layers before rolling and cooking.
- Whole Wheat Naan: Replace half the flour with whole wheat for a nuttier flavor.
- Dairy-Free Naan: Use coconut yogurt and plant-based milk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- resting time: 1-2 hours
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Bread, Flatbread
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: italian inspired
Keywords: sourdough discard naan, easy naan bread, skillet naan, homemade flatbread, sourdough flatbread