Homemade Chees Naan – Indian flatbread with fresh cheese

Recipe by Norbert Tarayre

Discover the homemade version of Chees Naan, an Indian naan flatbread stuffed with a generous portion of fresh cheese such as The Laughing Cow. The light, slightly leavened dough is pan‑cooked to achieve a golden crust and a molten centre. Ideal as an appetizer, snack, or accompaniment to a curry.

MediumIndianServes 4

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Source Video
2h 25m
Prep
17m
Cook
19m
Cleanup
3h 1m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$3.64
Per serving:$0.91

Critical Success Points

  • Create the gluten network by adding the oil after the yogurt
  • First rise of 1 h 30 to develop lightness
  • Seal the cheese before re‑rolling the dough to prevent leaks
  • Cook over medium heat to obtain a golden crust without burning

Safety Warnings

  • Be careful of burns when cooking on a hot pan.
  • Handle fresh yeast with clean hands to avoid contamination.

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