Browse our collection of appetizers you can make with naan (South Asian bread/flatbread). These recipes and ideas are perfect for meals, get-togethers and parties!
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Whether you are hosting a party, having a get-together or looking for something quick and easy to put together with naan – this blog post is for you!
The best part is these easy appetizers are incredibly delicious!
Plus, these dishes work well using different varieties of naan (including butter naan, garlic naan or whole wheat naan).
I recommend using thin naan for these recipes - you can use either homemade naan or store-bought naan from your local grocery store.
You can also serve naan with a variety of dishes and dips. Create a platter or charcuterie board with your favorite bite-sized appetizers!
1. Mediterranean Flatbread
Mediterranean flatbread: made using naan, hummus, onions and red peppers (roasted with olive oil).
You can enjoy these delicious bites as an appetizer, light snack or meal or as a side dish. This recipe is versatile, quick and easy to put together and tastes delicious! Top with balsamic glaze for a tangier flavor and perfect finishing touch!
2. Garlic Flatbread
Garlic flatbread: features thin and crispy naan topped with a flavorful homemade garlic and herb butter spread.
These can be cut into strips or small bites and enjoyed as an appetizer, starter/side dish or when you are looking to add some extra flavor into your meal! You can also make this recipe with cheese for a cheesy garlic flatbread.
3. Cheesy Mushroom Flatbread
Mushroom flatbread: fresh naan topped flavorful cheesy garlic mushrooms.
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This delicious dish is bursting with wonderful flavors. The combination of mushrooms, garlic and cheese make this appetizer a delightful option when you are looking for something wholesome, comforting and tasty.
4. Pizza Bites
Naan Pizza: make quick and easy pizza naan bites using our naan pizza recipe. Featuring naan topped with mozzarella cheese, tomato sauce (or pizza sauce) and your favorite toppings!
This simple dish is a great way to satisfy your pizza cravings without making traditional pizza dough!
Enjoy as pizza slices or cut into strips for pizza bites. You can also customize toppings to your preference – making this a versatile option! Serve with fresh homemade coleslaw.
5. Naan Dippers with Salad, Hummus + Other Dips
Cut naan into strips (or mini naan flatbread bites) and serve with fresh hummus and salad (including our Mediterranean salad with fresh tomatoes and cucumber).
Serve with olives, feta cheese and dips including guacamole and blender salsa.
6. Indian Cuisine Platter
You can also create a platter of Indian side dishes to serve with naan including stir-fried okra (bhindi ki sabzi), pindi chole (quick chana recipe) and Brussels sprouts sabzi.
Enjoy with fresh cilantro chutney (coriander chutney) or mint chutney and cucumber raita.
I hope these delicious recipes and ideas have inspired you to make some incredible appetizers using naan. These dishes are great options for your next party or get-together, during holiday season or for fun and simple meals any time of year!
Enjoy!
FAQs
Naan, also often referred to as “naan bread” is a popular type of South Asian/Indian flatbread. It is made using flour, yogurt, oil/milk and a leavening agent.
This bread is typically baked in a clay oven (known as a tandoor or tandoor oven) and can also be made using an oven or tava/frying pan (or cast iron skillet).
Different types of naan include plain naan, butter naan, tandoori naan, garlic naan and whole wheat naan. You can get a variety of textures of naan including fluffy naan bread, thin and soft naan as well as thin and crispy. The texture is based on the recipe ingredients and method used to make naan. You can also make naan into mini naan breads.
Yes - to store naan in the freezer you will need foil and baking paper. For full tips - check out our simple guide to freeze naan.
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