Naan bread is a delicious flatbread that can be made in bulk. Making naan dough not only saves money but it saves time. Learn How To Freeze Naan Bread so you can use it with all your favorite Indian dishes!
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Why Freeze Naan Bread?
Freezing naan bread dough is an excellent way to store it for future use. You can have frozen naan ready in minutes by simply popping it into the oven or microwave when your meal is almost finished cooking.
Defrosted naan bread is just as good as fresh naan and won’t make a difference to your cooked naan once it’s been in the oven.
Storing Naan bread dough is super useful when making batch amounts and it just saves time and energy at a later date to have frozen dough stored for future use.
Here are some simple tips on how to freeze, thaw and reheat naan bread.
How To Freeze Naan Bread?
Step One: Cool Bread
To freeze your naan bread dough well you need to be sure it is fully cooked through and cooled completely.
Step Two: Wrap Naan Bread
Next, you want to wrap them well in freezer bags or a freezer-friendly container. You can use plastic wrap if you don’t have a freezer bag. Just be sure to make sure you wrap the bread tightly.
Step Three: Label And Date
Label your airtight freezer bag with the date and freeze immediately. A freezer bag will help prevent freezer burn and keep the dough good until you are ready to defrost naan bread in the future.
How Long Can You Freeze Naan Bread
You can freeze naan bread for up to two months. When you are ready to serve simply let it thaw and then heat it back up in the oven or microwave.
How To Store Naan Bread In The Freezer
The best way to freeze naan bread dough in my experience is to wrap or place it in a plastic bag. If you’re recycling or wanting to be eco-friendly you can even store them in an empty bread bag.
I love these reusable large freezer storage bags! They are perfect for storing frozen naan bread – for your next curry…what do you think?
Reheating Naan Bread
Can You Reheat Naan Bread In The Oven?
Yes, naan bread can be reheated in a 350 degrees Fahrenheit oven for about ten minutes until hot all throughout. This is best done using an oven-safe baking dish.
When Reheating Naan bread, add a little extra oil or melted butter to the naan before baking to help it reach its original texture.
Reheating Naan Bread In The Microwave
If you want to reheat your frozen naan bread quickly, then the microwave is the best method for you! All you need to do is place them on a microwave-safe plate and heat in 30-second intervals until hot.
Naan is a great Indian bread and side to go with your favorite Indian cuisine or curry.
Other Methods To Reheat Naan Bread
You can also reheat naan bread in a dry skillet over medium heat until slightly warm and crispy.
What To Serve With Naan Bread
So, you have plenty of naan bread stored in the freezer. The question is what should you cook to go with it? Here are few favorite Indian dish recipes which go well with Naan bread:
- Enhance the savory flavors of One Pan Chicken and Asparagus by pairing it with warm naan bread, creating a quick and delicious meal with a perfect blend of textures and tastes.
- Instant Pot Butter Chicken: Butter Chicken is a great dish to go with Indian bread and would go well with your frozen naan bread once defrosted!
- Easy Instant Pot Lamb Curry: Lamb Curry is amazing, really easy to make and it tastes great with Naan bread! Enjoy this special Indian lamb dish today!
- Pressure Cooker Beef Short Ribs: Short beef ribs are a delicious meal you can enjoy alongside a potion of your favorite homemade naan.
- Chicken Tandoori:Try Chicken Tandoori today. Tandoori is a tasty dish which you won’t want to miss!
FAQ’S
What Is Naan Bread?
Naan bread is a slightly leavened flatbread that originated in Persia. It’s typically made with all-purpose flour, yeast, and salt then it’s cooked at high heat within an oven or tandoor (clay oven) which gives naan its characteristic puffy texture.
Naan bread is full of flavor with a slightly sweet taste. It’s also soft, airy, and chewy making it the perfect accompaniment to many types of cuisines including Indian-inspired dishes like chicken tikka masala or tandoori chicken.
How Do You Keep Naan Bread Soft?
Homemade naan bread should be eaten within a few days of making it. If the leftover naan seems dry, you can brush them with melted butter or olive oil and wrap them in plastic before placing them into an air-tight container.
What’s The Difference Between Naan and Pita Bread?
Naan is a soft, leavened flatbread from South Asia, often made with yogurt, while pita bread, a Middle Eastern staple, is thinner and forms a pocket when baked.
What Are The Types of Naan Bread?
Naan bread comes in many different varieties and flavors. Plain naan is the most common variety of this flatbread, but you can also find garlic or onion flavored versions. You’ll even make fresh naan bread stuffed with cheese or other fillings like raisins and walnuts. Popular flavors of Naan include:
Plain Naan Bread
Garlic Naan Bread
Onion Naan Bread
Stuffed Cheese Naan Bread
Raisin and Walnut Naan Bread
How Long Does Naan Bread Last?
Store-bought naan bread will typically last for about one week in the refrigerator. If you want to prolong its shelf life, store it at room temperature and make sure it’s tightly wrapped with plastic wrap or aluminum foil before placing it into an airtight container.
If you don’t have foil, then you can use parchment paper to wrap your frozen naans before placing them in a freezer bag.
Homemade Naan bread will last for about three days at room temperature before it goes bad.
Make And Freeze Some Naan Bread Today!
If you want to save time and money, try our tips for freezing naan bread. These easy steps will help ensure your frozen naan is ready when you are! Y
You’ll also love the fact that it’s a much healthier option than store-bought dough-no preservatives or additives here….and you can simply reheat when needed!
All of this makes taking care of your family easier in just one quick step!
