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How to reheat Naan
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How to reheat Naan

Naan is a versatile flatbread that may be served as a side dish with Indian curries, giving even the most ordinary foods an authentic flavor. To enjoy leftover or frozen naan as fresh as possible, you must know how to reheat naan properly. Learn the tips to keep the crisp and pillowy naan texture and delicious flavor intact.

Prep Time
3 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
8 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 374 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Indian

Ingredients

  • 4 Naan leftover or frozen
  • water
  • olive oil as needed, or butter

Instructions

Microwave
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  1. Place one naan on a microwave-safe plate.
  2. Sprinkle a little water and cover with parchment paper. Repeat with the remaining naan bread.
  3. Cook for 30 seconds on medium-high heat. Then increase time in 30-second increments as needed.
Oven
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Place the naan bread in a single layer on the grilling tray or baking sheet. Sprinkle a little water.
  3. Bake in the oven for 3-5 minutes. Remove from the oven and serve.
Stovetop
  1. Preheat the skillet or Indian griddle (Tawa) over medium heat.
  2. Add a little olive oil to the pan, just enough to grease the bottom.
  3. Place one naan bread at a time in the pan and cook for 30 seconds on each side, Flip it over and cook for another 30 seconds. Heat more as needed on each side.
  4. Remove from the pan when thoroughly warmed. Add butter on top and enjoy!
Air Fryer
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Spray some olive oil to grease the air fryer basket. Place naan bread in a basket.
  3. Cook for 3-5 minutes, or until thoroughly heated.
Toaster
  1. Cut the naan bread into pieces that will fit into your toaster slots as neatly as possible.
  2. Place the pieces in the toaster and warm on medium heat. Check after 1 minute.
  3. Turn the naan bread in the toaster as you go to ensure it's all toasted to your liking. Take out and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Calories 374kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 59g (20%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 10mg (3%) Sodium 847mg (35%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 4g (8%) Calcium 79mg (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 374

% Daily Value*

Calories 374kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 59g 20%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 847mg 35%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 4g 8%
Calcium 79mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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