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Sweet Coconut Peshwari Naan
Peshwari Naan is a uniquely sweet flatbread made with regular savory naan dough, and flavored with coconut, sultanas, honey, and flaked almonds.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
resting time
1 hr 30 mins
Total Time
2 hrs
Servings: 4 pieces
Calories: 454 kcal
Course:
Side Dish , Snacks
Cuisine:
Asian , Indian
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 150 ml water (lukewarm)
- 3 g fast-action dried yeast
- 250 g plain white flour / all-purpose flour
- 50 g PLAIN yogurt
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ teaspoon baking powder
- 3 teaspoon melted ghee or butter (2 teaspoons (10 grams) and 1 teaspoon (5 grams)separately
For the Filling
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 2 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoon sultanas (or raisins)
- 2 tablespoon flaked almonds
- 2 tablespoon desiccated coconut
- coriander/cilantro for garnish
Instructions
Preparing the Dough
- Pour the lukewarm water, yeast, and half of the flour together in a large bowl.
- Combine all the ingredients, cover the bowl, and then let it rest in a warm place for 30 minutes.
- Incorporate the yogurt into the mixture and then add the remaining flour, salt, and baking powder. Use your hands to mix until a sticky and soft dough forms.
- Add 2 teaspoons of ghee or butter, rubbing it over the dough.
- Gently squeeze the dough a few times, then cover the bowl with cling film or a clean damp kitchen cloth. Let it rise for an additional 15 minutes.
- Add another teaspoon of ghee or melted butter onto the dough, gently spreading it all over. Next, turn the dough out onto a work surface and knead it for 30 seconds.
- Return the dough to the bowl, cover it, and let it rise for 15 minutes in a warm place. The dough will become noticeably smoother during this time.
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Preparing the Filling
- To create the Peshwari naan filling mix desiccated coconut, almond flakes, cream, and sultanas in a bowl.
- Set it aside and proceed building the naan breads.
Shaping and Cooking the Naan
- After the dough has risen, gently knead the dough on an oiled surface for a minute, then divide it into four equal portions (around 112 grams each).
- Roll each portion into a ball and lightly dust them with flour. Cover the dough balls and allow them to rest for 5 minutes before shaping.
- Divide the filling into four equal parts. Meanwhile, heat a large heavy-based non-stick pan or skillet over medium to high heat.
- Roll out one of the dough balls to the size of a small plate using a rolling pin. As you work on this dough ball, keep the others covered.
- Put a quarter of the filling in the center of the rolled-out dough, then pull the edges up to seal and reshape it into a ball.
- Dust the ball with a bit of flour, and then use your fingers or a rolling pin to shape it into a teardrop or oval shape, about 3 mm (⅛ inch) thick.
- When the pan is really hot, place the naan in it. Cook until it's golden brown, then use tongs to flip it.
- Place it on a plate and brush the top of the naan with some ghee or butter.
- Garnish with almonds and chopped coriander or cilantro before serving.
Notes
- All-purpose flour is the ideal choice for making naan bread. Using alternative flours, like whole wheat flour, can result in naan breads that are less soft and more dense.
- The naan bread dough should be soft and sticky in order to achieve soft and fluffy naan bread.
- To achieve bubbly naan bread, ensure your skillet is extremely hot. Tandoor ovens, which reach very high temperatures, create naan that's soft and bubbly inside and charred outside. For similar results, only place your naan in the skillet once it is thoroughly heated.
- To ensure your naan is soft and fluffy, avoid rolling it too thin. However, be cautious not to make it too thick either, as this can lead to an undercooked, doughy center.
- Once you have made the dough, you must use it promptly. If you plan to prepare the dough in the morning for cooking later in the evening, reduce the yeast to ¼ teaspoon and keep the dough covered in the fridge until needed.
Nutrition Information
Calories
454kcal
(23%)
Carbohydrates
62g
(21%)
Protein
10g
(20%)
Fat
19g
(29%)
Saturated Fat
10g
(50%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
Trans Fat
0.5g
Cholesterol
42mg
(14%)
Sodium
472mg
(20%)
Potassium
191mg
(5%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
14g
(28%)
Vitamin A
368IU
(7%)
Vitamin C
0.4mg
(0%)
Calcium
92mg
(9%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4pieces
Amount Per Serving
Calories 454
% Daily Value*
Calories | 454kcal | 23% |
Carbohydrates | 62g | 21% |
Protein | 10g | 20% |
Fat | 19g | 29% |
Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
Trans Fat | 0.5g | 25% |
Cholesterol | 42mg | 14% |
Sodium | 472mg | 20% |
Potassium | 191mg | 4% |
Fiber | 3g | 12% |
Sugar | 14g | 28% |
Vitamin A | 368IU | 7% |
Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 0% |
Calcium | 92mg | 9% |
Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.