Keto-Friendly Naan Bread Recipe

Last updated on December 27, 2024

Naan bread is a beloved staple in Indian cuisine, known for its soft and fluffy texture. And guess what? You can enjoy a Ketogenic version of this delectable bread! With just a few adjustments, you can create a low-carb naan bread that fits perfectly into your Keto lifestyle.

Not only it is a good fit for the main dish, but it can also be used as a side dish with soup or salad.

Developed around 2,500 years ago, Naan originated by virtue of an experiment, after the arrival of yeast in India from Egypt (where the yeast was being used to brew beer and make leavened breads since 187 BC) — Indian Express.

For those on a low-carb or Ketogenic diet, finding suitable bread alternatives can be a challenge. But with this Keto naan recipe, you won’t have to miss out on the joy of bread. Each piece of this low-carb naan contains a mere 6 grams of net carbs, a significant reduction compared to the 40 grams found in traditional non-Keto naan bread.

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So, it is excellent for people following a strict Ketogenic diet plan for weight loss. Even if you’re not following a Ketogenic diet, you will still enjoy the bread-ish and coconut flavor that the recipe has to offer. So, get ready!

Keto-Friendly Naan Bread Recipe

Keto naan bread can be prepared in less than 30 minutes, making it an ideal Keto dish to prepare when you have not much time to spare. Following are the instructions for preparing the low-carb, Keto naan bread recipe.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Cuisine Indian

Servings 6

Calories 370 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 3 Cups Mozzarella Cheese
• 2 Tbsp Full-Fat Greek Yogurt
• 2 Large Eggs
• 2 Tbsp Butter
• 1.5 Cup Cup Almond Flour (Blanched)
• 1 Tbsp Baking Powder (Gluten-Free)
• 1 Tbsp Fresh Parsley (Chopped)
• 1/2 Tbsp Garlic Powder

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 375 degree Fahrenheit (190.56 °C) and line an extra-large baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Take a large bowl and thoroughly mix the Greek yogurt and shredded mozzarella cheese in it.
• Microwave the mozzarella-yogurt mixture for about 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring after every 30 seconds to ensure smoothness.
• Add almond flour, baking powder, and eggs in a medium-size bowl and stir together well.
• Add the flour mixture to the cheese mixture and knead the same to get a smooth dough
• Roll the dough into a ball and divide the same into 6 pie-like pieces
• Roll each of the pieces into a ball and then use your hands to give each of them a flatbread shape with about 0.25-inch of thickness
• Bake each of the bread naan for about 8 to 10 minutes, or up until a few golden brown spots form on it.
• Whisk together butter, fresh parsley, and garlic powder in a small bowl and coat each naan bread with it.
• Microwave all the naan bread for another 2 minutes or until they turn golden brown
• Serve and enjoy!

Notes

• Carbs – 9 g
• Fats -28 g
• Fiber – 3 g
• Protein – 22 g

Tip: If the dough is too sticky to work with, then store it in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes until it turns slightly cool to touch - Priya Dogra

When baking the naan bread, pop out any bubbles forming using a fork.

That’s all about the Keto naan bread recipe. Hope you enjoy it! Don’t forget to share your suggestions, tips, remarks, opinions, et cetera about the Keto recipe via the dedicated comments section below.

Until next time!

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