The age old question - what should I eat with naan? We can all agree that there are few things better than pillowy, soft, warm naan. If you ask me, I'll tell you that it is perfectly acceptable to eat naan all on its own. If you don't believe me, though, this collection of 25+ recipes to serve with naan, will surely give you plenty of options to serve with quite possible the best flatbread, ever!
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Top Naan Recipes To Try
Not sure which naan recipe you're feeling, to round out a meal? Here are some of my favorites:
- Classic tandoori tawa naan
- Cheesy garlic stuffed naan
- Aloo naan {spicy potato stuffed naan}
- Keema naan {meat stuffed naan}
What Makes Naan Different?
Roti, also known as chapati or phulka in Punjabi is an unleavened flatbread, just like parathas [hint - cheesy stuffed parathas are AMAZING!] Naan, on the other hand, uses leavening agents and is a leavened flatbread.
Roti is often made with whole wheat flour. The dough is made very simply with whole wheat flour, water, and occasionally a little bit of oil to help keep the dough soft. It cooks up quickly on a tawa as well, and puffs up once it has cooked.
Naan dough generally has various leavening agents, such as yeast, baking powder or baking soda. The process of making naan is generally more laborious as you have to let the dough rise/rest, and requires a little bit more attention when cooking it.
Roti is generally more of an 'everyday' meal choice, given how easy it is to make. I say, though, treat yo'self and make the naan for dinner!
Must Try Recipes to Eat with Naan
Vegetarian Recipes
These vegetarian recipes are perfect for meatless mondays, if you're looking to cutdown on your meat intake, of if you are vegetarian! Most of these recipes will not have you missing any of the meat! My personal favorites include restaurant-style kadai paneer and Instant Pot dal makhani!
Vegetarian Recipes to Serve with Naan
This Rajma Kidney Bean curry is made with cheap pantry ingredients that you already have in your kitchen, it’s packed with plant-based protein, and it’s ready in under 30 minutes!
You don't need to be an expert in the kitchen to put together this easy baingan bharta recipe. It's a take on eggplant that will have even the biggest skeptics asking for seconds.
Paneer Korma is a creamy curry made with Indian cottage cheese, coconut milk and spices. This classic gluten-free paneer curry goes well with naan bread or any flavoured rice.
Aromatic vegetarian one pot mushroom tikka masala. You can use a regular shallow pan to make this dish.
Dal tadka is a simple Indian lentil curry tempered with spices and herbs. This staple is common in almost every Indian household and packed with protein.
Indian, cumin-spiced potatoes that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Perfect side dish for hot naan or rice - simple dish that's super filling!
Full of rich flavors , perfectly spiced vegetable bhuna, it’s perfectly balanced, it’s got heat, but not too hot and it’s bursting with flavor!
Creamy, buttery and a flavour bomb in your mouth! This authentic paneer butter masala recipe is a wonderful vegetarian Indian side dish filled with aromatic spices enveloped around mild and milky cottage cheese.
Instant pot dum aloo is a quick and easy recipe to make at home. It is gluten-free and can be made vegan. It is best served with Indian bread and basmati rice.
This easy yellow lentil dal recipe makes a savory, well-spiced dinner meal that’s perfect for any night of the week. Made with yellow lentils, fresh ginger, turmeric, coriander, and cumin, this mild dal recipe is one the whole family will love.
Meat Recipes
Perfectly spiced meat dishes go perfectly with naan - trust me! Whether you prefer kebabs, grilled chicken or a curry with flavorful gravy, this list has you covered! My favorites include tandoori style chicken tikka, malai chicken tikka, and a classic butter chicken, too!
Meat Recipes to Serve with Naan
This easy to make, flavorful recipe is inspired by my favorite Indian dishes. Tandoori salmon is marinated in yogurt, spices, garlic, and ginger then pan-seared to perfection!
This lamb korma is an easy classic Indian dish made with aromatic spices and a creamy cashew based sauce.
Chicken Tikka Masala is the most popular Indian takeout curry but did you know it’s actually very easy to make at home?! Tender chicken pieces cooked in a mild and creamy tomato curry sauce. Pure comfort food!
Monkfish curry or any fish curry is a must-make recipe for any fish and spice lover. It is an easy dish to cook, ideal for students or any novice in the kitchen who want to impress with a sophisticated looking dish - yet, quick and easy to make.
This is the best recipe for Lamb Chops Curry! The curry is aromatic, flavourful and rich and the chops are tender, succulent and just fall off the bone. All the flavour of the curry is infused into the chops for a truly lip smackingly delicious plate of food.
Make Indian Pressure Cooker Curry Goat Recipe (Instant Pot Goat Curry)! Super tender & moist goat meat. Prepare to be addicted to this thick, mildly spicy curry goat, exploding with depths of fragrance & flavors!
A thick, tomato-based curry with fresh ginger, garlic, green chilies, and cilantro is the basis for chicken karahi, a street-style dish found in dhaba’s all over Pakistan and North India. Bring home the same restaurant flavor with our authentic chicken karahi recipe.
Lamb chunks that are moist and tender, cooked in an Indian style with spicy onions and tomato gravy. You can make this lamb curry at home in very little time in an Instant pot. Both Instant pot and pressure cooker methods are included in this post.
This easy Crisp and juicy chapli kabab recipe can be made in under 30 minutes. Make them for a delicious dinner served with naan or pitta bread, side salad, and your favorite chutneys or dips.
Chicken pasanda is a mild and creamy chicken curry made with tangy yogurt and fragrant with warming spices. On the table in 30 minutes, this delicious and easy Indian chicken curry recipe is loved by both kids and adults!
Learn how to cook Instant Pot Chicken Curry (Pressure Cooker Chicken Curry) with pantry ingredients! Tender juicy chicken in a creamy, hearty curry sauce bursting with excitingly rich flavors. Deliciously easy chicken curry recipe ready in an hour.
This Tandoori Chicken Kebabs recipe is super easy to make on the grill, tender and packed full of flavor. It’s the perfect recipe for a weeknight BBQ or for entertaining.
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