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Garlic Cottage Cheese Naan

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This easy, high-protein garlic cottage cheese naan comes together in just 20 minutes—no yeast or rising required! Fluffy, garlicky, and packed with protein, it’s the perfect quick side or snack for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240g) cottage cheese (small curd, full-fat recommended)
  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
  • 1/4 cup (30g) whole wheat flour (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 2–3 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (or ghee)
  • 1–2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine minced garlic with melted butter (or ghee). Stir in chopped cilantro or parsley if using. Set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, add cottage cheese, all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, salt, olive oil, and egg. Mix with a wooden spoon or spatula until a shaggy dough forms. If too sticky, add 1-2 more tablespoons flour.
  3. Turn the dough onto a floured surface. Knead gently for 1-2 minutes until smooth and just combined. Dough should be soft and a little tacky, not wet.
  4. Divide dough into 4 equal pieces. Roll each into a ball, then use a floured rolling pin to roll each ball into an oval or round about 1/4-inch thick.
  5. Heat a large cast iron skillet or nonstick pan over medium-high heat until very hot.
  6. Place one rolled naan onto the dry, hot skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes until bubbles form and the bottom is golden-brown. Flip and cook another 1-2 minutes, pressing gently with a spatula. Repeat with remaining dough.
  7. Immediately after removing each naan from the pan, brush generously with garlic butter. Sprinkle with extra herbs or sea salt if desired.
  8. Stack naan in a towel-lined basket to keep warm. Serve immediately.

Notes

For gluten-free naan, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. For egg-free, substitute 3 tablespoons plain yogurt or a flax egg. Use full-fat cottage cheese for best texture. Preheat your skillet well for bubbly, charred naan. Brush with garlic butter immediately after cooking for maximum flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.

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