Vegan Sourdough Naan with Garlic Recipe (Dairy Free, Egg Free) (2024)

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This vegan sourdough naan recipe is made with sourdough discard and is so easy to make! Loaded with garlic, vegan, dairy free, egg free!

This simple sourdough discard flatbread is fantastic alongside curries, soups, and stews. I love dipping it into my favorite turmeric hummus. You can even use this plant-based garlic naan flatbread as a pizza crust.

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This vegan sourdough naan recipe is a total dinnertime game changer for us! I’ve always been a huge fan of garlic naan bread – and now I can easily make restaurant-quality sourdough naan with garlic at home using my sourdough starter discard.

This is a delicious, waste-free, and totally plant-based flatbread that cooks in minutes. This garlic naan was super simple to make, and is a fantastic sourdough starter recipe – all you need is a mixing bowl and a cast iron pan, and homemade naan is ready in a few minutes.

This Vegan Sourdough Garlic Naan Recipe Is

  • Simple
  • Earthy
  • Made with Sourdough Discard from the Starter
  • Garlicky
  • A Great Side Dish
  • Ready Quickly!
  • Plant-Based, Dairy Free, Egg Free
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A Homemade Vegan Naan Bread Recipe That Tastes Like the Restaurant!

Getting a big basket of garlic naan flatbread is always one of the best things about going out to eat at an Indian Restaurant. One of our favorite restaurants (The Pubjab in Johnston RI!) makes the best Indian food around… and hands down the best garlic naan.

I wanted to recreate the simple flatbread at home, and use my sourdough discard to add flavor and texture. In traditional naan recipes, yogurt is used – but adding the sourdough starter gives the naan bread the same tanginess without the dairy.

What’s In This Vegan Sourdough Naan Bread?

See the recipe card below for full ingredient amounts and recipe instructions!

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Recipes Using Sourdough Starter Discard

This Sourdough Garlic Naan recipe is the perfect way to use your sourdough discard from a starter. I hate throwing out food (or rather, composting it!)- so I’m always looking for ways to re-use kitchen scraps to cut back on waste. Instead of tossing your discard when you feed your sourdough starter, try this awesome recipe instead.

I have a whole page on my site for recipes that use sourdough discard. That way you can add a hint of sourdough flavor to your baked goods, and cut back on food waste.

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How Do I Make Vegan Sourdough Naan Bread Recipe?

  1. Add all ingredients (except garlic + parsley) to a large bowl. Mix well to combine the dough. Knead the dough for about 5 minutes, adding more flour if the dough is too sticky. Cover and let rest for 1 hour.
  2. To cook, heat a cast iron skillet until hot (I did this over medium-high heat, a 6 out of 10 on my electric stove). Divide the dough into 6 even disks and roll each until they are about 1/4inch thick.
  3. Place one piece of rolled dough on the hot skillet. Allow to cook for about 75 to 90 seconds, and flip. Cook the other side for about 45 to 60 seconds. The bread should be nice & crusty and have dark (but not burnt) marks.
  4. Top with a drizzle of olive oil, raw garlic, and parsley. Enjoy!
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Vegan Sourdough Naan

Vegan Sourdough Naan with Garlic Recipe (Dairy Free, Egg Free) (8)Kelly Jensen

This vegan sourdough naan recipe is made with sourdough discard and is so easy to make! Cooks in 2 minutes. Vegan, dairy free, egg, free! This simple sourdough discard flatbread is fantastic alongside curries, soups, and stews. You can even use this garlic naan flatbread as a pizza crust.

5 from 17 votes

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Cook Time 3 minutes mins

Rise Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 3 minutes mins

Course Appetizer, Bread, Side Dish

Cuisine American, Indian, Middle Eastern

Servings 6 flatbreads

Calories 216 kcal

Equipment

  • cast iron pan

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sourdough starter discard unfed
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup plain unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Garlic Topping (Optional, but Highly Recommended!)

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic chopped
  • fresh parsley

Instructions

  • Add all the naan ingredients to a large bowl: sourdough discard, flour, almond milk, salt, baking powder, and olive oil. Mix well to combine the dough. Knead the dough for about 5 minutes, adding more flour if the dough is too sticky. Cover and let rest for 1 hour.

  • To cook, heat a cast iron skillet until hot (I did this over medium-high heat, a 6 out of 10 on my electric stove). Divide the dough into 6 even disks and roll each until they are about 1/4 inch thick.

  • Place one piece of rolled dough on the hot skillet. Allow to cook for about 75 to 90 seconds, and flip. Cook the other side for about 45 to 60 seconds. The bread should be nice & crusty and have dark (but not burnt) marks.

  • Repeat with the rest of the dough.

  • Mix your garlic topping (if using), and brush it onto each piece of naan. Enjoy!

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Nutrition

Calories: 216kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 6gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 487mgPotassium: 53mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 74mgIron: 2mg

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Vegan Sourdough Naan with Garlic Recipe (Dairy Free, Egg Free) (2024)

FAQs

Is sourdough bread dairy and egg free? ›

Here's a list of types that are commonly vegan: Sourdough. A type of fermented bread made from flour, water, salt, and sometimes commercial baker's yeast. Though uncommon, some varieties use milk instead of water, making them non-vegan.

Does naan have milk or eggs? ›

Most naan recipes start with all-purpose flour, salt, active dry yeast, and water. Yogurt or milk is often (though not always) added, and occasionally egg is added to the dough.

Does sourdough bread have egg? ›

In highly processed sourdough sandwich bread, you may find eggs, although that's relatively uncommon. Certain types of sourdough milk bread use both milk and butter. These sweet sourdough breads will often indicate their non-vegan status in their name, making it easy for vegans to identify and avoid them.

What is a substitute for Greek yogurt in naan? ›

Almond milk- Almond milk is combined with a spash of vinegar to create a substitute for the yogurt. Sugar– A little sugar helps feed the yeast. Yeast– This is essential for fluffy, chewy naan.

Is Trader Joe's sourdough bread dairy free? ›

This product is likely dairy free.

What does egg do in sourdough bread? ›

I've since done a number of tests myself and adding a whole egg to a super strong dough with a little oil and honey has become my favourite! A pillowy soft loaf the will blow your mind and oven! Eggs in dough usually produces an extra open and delicate crumb and the bread comes with an extra rise.

Do restaurants use egg in naan? ›

In many traditional recipes, naan bread does not contain eggs. However, there are variations of naan where eggs might be added to the dough. Whether eggs are added to naan largely depends on the specific recipe used by the restaurant and regional preferences.

Does naan contain egg? ›

Dear vegetarians, you will be surprised to know that the star of every outdoor meal –Naan, is actually not vegetarian. All the authentic naan recipes use egg while kneading the dough, as it helps in keeping the dough soft and elastic.

Why is naan not vegan? ›

Unfortunately, the majority of naan isn't suitable for vegans as they often contain ghee (clarified butter), yoghurt, milk or even eggs. However, it's not impossible to find vegan-friendly naan in supermarkets, it's just worth double-checking ingredients lists.

Which breads are eggless? ›

The most common vegan bread types are sourdough, Ezekiel bread, ciabatta, focaccia and baguettes.

Is all sourdough bread dairy-free? ›

In summary, sourdough bread is inherently dairy-free because it is primarily made from flour, water, a sourdough starter (which is usually dairy-free), and salt. The fermentation process relies on wild yeast and lactic acid bacteria, which are also dairy-free.

What bread does not use eggs? ›

Everything from puri and chapati to pita and French bread are all made without egg.

What is a good dairy free substitute for Greek yogurt? ›

If you want a dairy-free Greek yogurt substitute, try coconut yogurt, almond milk yogurt, or soy yogurt. Unfortunately, if you're looking for an authentic Greek yogurt experience without the real deal, there's really only one option — strained plain yogurt. While it might not be the exact same thing, it's pretty close!

Is there a Greek style non dairy yogurt? ›

Grab a spoon and dip into Silk Greek Style Coconutmilk Yogurt Alternative. It comes in four mouth-watering flavors—vanilla, strawberry, blueberry and lemon—and has 10 grams of protein per serving*. It's a good source of Calcium and Vitamin D, and is free from dairy and artificial colors and flavors.

Why do you put yogurt in naan bread? ›

Naan gets its pleasing, chewy texture from the addition of full-fat yogurt. Without it, your finished naan won't have the proper consistency.

Does sourdough bread have any dairy in it? ›

In summary, sourdough bread is inherently dairy-free because it is primarily made from flour, water, a sourdough starter (which is usually dairy-free), and salt. The fermentation process relies on wild yeast and lactic acid bacteria, which are also dairy-free.

What allergens are in sourdough bread? ›

May contain traces of Oats, Rye, Egg & Nuts (Almond).

Does all sourdough bread have milk? ›

No, traditional sourdough bread contains just flour, water and salt (and of course sourdough starter). What is this? Milk is not necessary to make delicious sourdough bread. But like most things, it can be added to sourdough to change the crumb, crust and flavor.

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