Get ready for a cheesy delight with our Cheese-Stuffed Garlic Naan! The irresistible combination of cheese and bread makes this a match made in heaven. Imagine the fluffiest bread stuffed with gooey mozzarella and tangy parmesan cheese, then cooked on a skillet to perfection and dressed in a mouthwatering garlic cilantro butter.
Cheese-Stuffed Garlic Naan
Ingredients
**For the Dough:**
- 2 tablespoons warm water
- 1 teaspoon white sugar
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 3 cups all-purpose flour add 1-2 tablespoons more if dough is sticky
- 1/3 cup plain whole milk yogurt
- 2/3 cup warm water
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- Vegetable oil or ghee for cooking the naan
**For the Garlic Butter:**
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon salt more to taste
- 1 to 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
**For the Cheese Filling:**
- Shredded mozzarella cheese
- Grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of warm water and 1 teaspoon of white sugar. Sprinkle the active dry yeast on top. Cover and let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes until it becomes fluffy and bubbly, indicating that the yeast is activated.
- In a large mixing bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, plain yogurt, warm water, olive oil, salt, and the proofed yeast. Use a stand mixer with the hook attachment or a wooden spoon to bring the dough together. Knead for about 1 minute until the dough is smooth.
- Transfer the dough to an oiled bowl, cover it with plastic wrap and a warm damp towel, and let it rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, which usually takes about 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
- While the dough rises, prepare the garlic butter by mixing together melted butter, minced garlic, salt, and chopped cilantro in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Once the dough has doubled in size, divide it into 7 to 8 equal portions. Flatten each portion slightly on an oiled surface and place about 1/4 cup of shredded mozzarella and a sprinkle of grated parmesan cheese in the center. Seal the edges tightly to form a ball, then roll it out thinly without tearing.
- Heat a skillet or pan over medium heat. Cook each stuffed naan on one side until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes. Flip and cook the other side for another 2 to 3 minutes. Repeat with the remaining dough.
- Brush the cooked naan with garlic cilantro butter on both sides, or just one side if preferred. Serve warm and enjoy the cheesy goodness!
- To reheat, simply toast the naan on a hot pan for about a minute on each side. Get ready to savor every cheesy bite!