Naan Bread (The Best Recipe!) - Naan - Rasa Malaysia (2024)

FAQs

Is naan bread bad for cholesterol? ›

Naan by itself may cause your blood sugar to go up, but eating naan as part of a balanced plate and pairing it with protein, vegetables, and fat can help blunt the effects naan may have on your blood sugar. Naan is a high carb food that may help promote healthy blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglyceride levels.

Naan bread can be part of a healthy diet, especially if you choose whole grain varieties. Naan bread contains vitamins and minerals like niacin, fiber, and iron, as well as fiber. It also is a good source of carbohydrates, which provide energy.

But what if I told you, there's actually a superior naan saved for special occasions in Pakistan called "Roghni Naan"? Roghni Naan is softer, thicker, and richer than plain naan, has a beautiful golden shine on it, and is covered with sesame seeds which add more texture and flavor to it.

White bread and other types made from refined grains may raise a person's cholesterol levels. Bread is a staple food for many different cultures, and there are hundreds of unique types.

Rice is far healthier than naan. Brown and wild rice are the healthiest types of rice. Problems with naan: naan is calorically dense due to the refined flour.

From health perspective, flat breads made of whole wheat flour (roti/paratha/chapati/phulka) are better than the ones made with all-purpose flour (naan & kulcha).

Roti is generally considered healthier than naan. Roti is lower in calories and contains zero saturated and trans fats and cholesterol. In contrast, naan tends to be higher in calories and may contain added fats. For a healthier choice, roti is often preferred, especially by those conscious of their dietary intake.

The toaster can be used to reheat your naan bread but it's not the best method to do so. The naan gets really dry and there's no way that you can add water to the naan before toasting. That said, it's really quick and a decent option when a toaster is all you have to reheat the bread.

What bread is closest to naan? ›

Kulcha. This next bread is often confused with naan due to its similar appearance. While naan is usually made with yeast and yogurt or milk, kulcha is usually made with baking powder and baking soda.

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And like those fluffy spuds, this soft flatbread has little nutritional value. Most naan recipes call for Greek yogurt to give it that airy texture. But that's more than offset by less healthy ingredients like white flour, sugar, and oil.

05/11Paneer Naan

Paneer, or Indian cottage cheese, is a versatile ingredient that finds its way into many Indian dishes. Paneer naan features chunks of paneer stuffed inside the dough before it's cooked in the tandoor.

Butter garlic naan is a traditional Indian flatbread and one of the most popular versions of naan.

As stated earlier, naan is high in fat, and specifically high in saturated fats. Pita on the other hand is considered to be a low fat food. Naan does have other benefits, including a higher protein content which will keep you fuller for longer and curb cravings.

The best bread for those with high cholesterol is 100% whole grain bread. Bread made from whole grains is high in soluble fiber which is key to lowering cholesterol levels.

From health perspective, flat breads made of whole wheat flour (roti/paratha/chapati/phulka) are better than the ones made with all-purpose flour (naan & kulcha).