Snack • Dinner
High-Protein Garlic Naan
Soft, cheesy garlic naan made with a high-protein dough. Quick to make, pan-fried, and packed with flavor.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This naan is soft, cheesy, and packed with protein while still tasting like real comfort food. The garlic butter finish makes it feel way more indulgent than it actually is.
Simple Ingredients
This works because of how the dough comes together.
Greek yogurt keeps it soft and flexible, while the flour blend gives structure. The key is getting the thickness right so it cooks evenly without turning doughy in the center.
Best Ways to Enjoy It
Serve it warm straight from the pan for the best texture. It pairs perfectly with curries, grilled meats, or even on its own.
Inspiration
At CraveSmart, we take viral recipes and rebuild them so they actually work consistently.
Tools That Make This Turn Out Right
This is one of those recipes where small details change the result more than the ingredients.
Most people run into:
- uneven thickness
- doughy spots in the center
- or burning the outside before the inside cooks
This is what fixes that.
Rolling pin (this is the key for even cooking)
This is what keeps the dough even so it cooks properly.
If it’s too thick in some spots and thin in others, you end up with parts that burn while others stay undercooked. This makes everything consistent.
Cookware (this affects how it cooks)
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High-Protein Garlic Naan
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings
2
Calories
390
Protein
41g
Carbs
27g
Fat
12g
Ingredients
Switch between US and metric measurements. Metric conversions are approximate.
Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup faba bean flour 120ml faba bean flour
- 1/2 cup self-rising flour 120ml self-rising flour
- 1 tsp onion powder 5ml onion powder
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup 0% Greek yogurt 120ml 0% Greek yogurt
Optional
- 1/2 cup light mozzarella, divided 120ml light mozzarella, divided
- 1 1/2 tsp light butter, melted 5ml light butter, melted
- 1 tsp minced garlic 5ml minced garlic
- Fresh parsley, chopped Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the faba bean flour, self-rising flour, Greek yogurt, and onion powder.
- Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Divide the dough into 2 equal portions.
- Roll each portion out on a lightly floured surface.
- Add half of the mozzarella to each piece.
- Fold the dough over the cheese and seal the edges.
- Gently roll out again into a naan shape.
- Heat a pan over medium heat.
- Cook each naan for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Mix the melted butter with minced garlic and parsley.
- Brush over the warm naan before serving.
Tips
- Lightly flour your surface to prevent sticking when rolling.
- Seal the edges well so the cheese stays inside while cooking.
- Cook on medium heat to avoid burning before the inside cooks through.
- Even thickness is what prevents doughy spots and helps everything cook evenly.
Variations
- Use regular flour instead of faba bean flour if needed (protein will be lower).
- Add chili flakes or garlic powder to the dough for extra flavor.
- Skip the cheese filling for a lighter version.
Storage
- Store in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Reheat in a pan or air fryer for best texture.
FAQ
Can I make this without faba bean flour?
Yes. You can replace it with all-purpose flour, but the protein content will be lower.
Can I air fry instead of pan frying?
Pan frying works best for texture, but you can air fry at 375°F (190°C) until golden.
Is it still good without cheese inside?
Yes. It becomes more like a traditional flatbread but still tastes great.
Source Note
Inspired by @fairfiteats and adapted into a higher-protein CraveSmart version with improved texture and flavor.
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