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    Sourdough Whole Wheat Naan

    Published: Mar 3, 2020 · Modified: Mar 2, 2025

    naan with za'atar spice
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    Whole wheat sourdough naan bread! This is the best sourdough whole wheat naan bread recipe out there! It is light, fluffy, and best of all: healthy for you!

    My delicious fluffy sourdough whole wheat naan bread can be made 100% whole wheat, or 50% whole wheat, it is up to your taste preference! But either way, you are using whole wheat flour, which is much healthier for your gut health than all-purpose flour.

    My Sourdough Whole Wheat Naan Bread Recipe is:

    • Easy to make!
    • Uses Sourdough starter
    • Healthy
    • High in fiber
    • Great for gut health!

    I really love naan bread. I think the first time I had it was in California years ago. But, I started thinking about all that buttery white flour and realized it is not the healthiest! I mean, don't get me wrong it is okay to eat that every once in awhile. But, if you're like me and like flatbread, then this sourdough whole wheat naan is a great option!

    Think sourdough is complicated? It doesn’t have to be! My Beginner Friendly Sourdough Guide walks you through a simple, no discard method for creating a sourdough starter and baking your first loaf! Plus, it's packed with gut friendly benefits thanks to natural fermentation.

    SOURDOUGH WHOLE WHEAT NAAN BREAD INGREDIENTS

    If you have a sourdough starter and want to learn more sourdough recipes, this is an excellent sourdough bread recipe! The best part of my healthy whole wheat sourdough bread is that it is not as tricky as an artisan sourdough bread because this is rolled out flat and pan cooked!

    Here's the simple ingredients that you need for my health whole wheat naan bread recipe with sourdough:

    • ¾ cup active sourdough starter
    • ¼ cup milk of choice
    • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 2 cups whole wheat flour
    • ½ cup all-purpose flour (for 100% whole wheat, use ½ cup whole wheat flour)
    • 1 ½ teaspoons sea salt

    IS WHOLE WHEAT NAAN BREAD HEALTHY?

    Yes! Whole wheat sourdough naan bread is much healthier than regular white flour naan bread, and even healthier than the naan bread you buy from the store with all the additives and preservatives.

    I made my sourdough whole wheat naan bread recipe with 75% whole wheat flour and 25% all-purpose flour. You can absolutely experiment with those ratios to get the one that tastes best to you!

    Let's look at the ingredients in a popular naan bread from the store compared to the simple and healthy ingredients in my healthy sourdough naan bread recipe.

    Stonefire Whole Wheat Naan Ingredients: WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR (WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, ASCORBIC ACID ADDED AS A DOUGH CONDITIONER, ENZYME), ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, ASCORBIC ACID ADDED AS A DOUGH CONDITIONER, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, ENZYME, FOLIC ACID), BUTTERMILK (NONFAT MILK, DRY BUTTERMILK, BACTERIAL CULTURE), WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, WHEAT BRAN, BROWN SUGAR, CULTURED WHEAT FLOUR, BAKING POWDER (SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, BAKING SODA, CORNSTARCH, MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE), SALT, GHEE (CLARIFIED BUTTER), SUGAR, WHEAT GERM, WHEAT GLUTEN, DEXTROSE, DEXTRIN, CARROT FIBER, YEAST. (from their website)

    Stonefire Whole Wheat Naan Calories: 390

    My Whole Wheat Naan Ingredients: SOURDOUGH STARTER, WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR, ALL PURPOSE FLOUR, MILK, GREEK YOGURT, OLIVE OIL, SEA SALT.

    My Homemade Whole Wheat Naan Calories: 148

    TIPS FOR MAKING THE BEST SOURDOUGH WHOLE WHEAT NAAN BREAD

    USE SOURDOUGH STARTER AT IT'S PEAK. When your sourdough starter is active an bubbly, and doubled in size, it is the perfect time to use it in your bread recipe!

    WARM YOGURT TO ROOM TEMPERATURE. For a faster rise, get your yogurt out ahead of time so that when you mix it into the dough, it does not make the dough cold again. Warm dough rises faster than cold dough.

    KNEAD THE DOUGH FOR LONG ENOUGH. Make sure to knead your sourdough wheat naan bread dough for long enough to fully incorporate the sourdough starter and develop more strength in your final dough.

    RISE DOUGH WRAPPED IN A TOWEL IN YOUR OVEN. If it is cold and drafty in your house, rise the dough in your oven where it is much warmer.

    SHAKE ALL EXCESS FLOUR OFF ROLLED DOUGH. You don't want floury naan after it is done cooking because once you brush on the butter or oil the flour can make a pasty outside.

    HOW TO MAKE HEALTHY SOURDOUGH WHOLE WHEAT NAAN BREAD

    Get started by feeding your sourdough starter. I like to feed my sourdough starter in the morning for this whole wheat sourdough naan recipe.

    Once my sourdough is active and bubbly by mid afternoon or evening time, I mix the dough. Then, I can bulk ferment the naan sourdough overnight and cook them the following morning.

    Alternatively, you can feed your sourdough starter at night, then mix the naan dough in the morning, then bulk ferment all day, and be able to cook them for dinner!

    Choose which works for your schedule and when you want your naan ready: morning or evening!

    1. Mix the dough: In a large bowl, whisk together the cashew milk, sourdough starter, yogurt, and olive oil until smooth.
    2. Add dry ingredients: Stir in the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, and sea salt. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
    3. Knead the dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. (Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5-7 minutes.)
    4. Bulk fermentation: Cover the dough with a damp towel and let it ferment at room temperature for 6-8 hours (or overnight) until puffy and slightly doubled in size.
    5. Divide & shape: Lightly deflate the dough and divide it into 10-12 equal portions. Roll each piece into a ball, then flatten into an oval or circle about ¼-inch thick.
    6. Pan-fry the naan: Heat a cast-iron skillet or non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Cook each naan for 1-2 minutes on one side until bubbles form, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown and slightly charred.
    7. Optional: Brush with olive oil or melted butter and sprinkle with herbs, garlic, or sea salt for extra flavor.
    8. Serve & enjoy! Best enjoyed warm with dips, curries, or as a wrap.

    FAQ'S

    Frequently asked questions about healthy whole wheat naan bread.

    IS NAAN MADE OF WHEAT?

    Most naan bread is made of enriched white flour. If you are looking for a healthy naan bread, choose one with whole grain wheat flour as the first ingredient.

    IS NAAN BREAD UNHEALTHY?

    Naan bread made with all purpose flour is not super healthy. It is good to choose whole grain products rather than bleached and refined products. For a healthy naan bread, pick whole grain or whole wheat flour naan bread, and even better if you use sourdough, and eat white flour naan in moderation.

    IS NAAN BREAD BETTER FOR YOU?

    Naan is actually a very dense and flour heavy bread, despite it's thin appearance. 1 piece of naan bread can be more than double or even triple the calories and carbohydrate of 1 slice of standard bread. If you are looking for a lower carbohydrate bread, definitely pick a light and fluffy homemade loaf with a whole grain flour.

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    If you try my Sourdough Whole Wheat Naan Bread Recipe, please let me know your thoughts by leaving a rating and comment below! Ready for more? Subscribe to my newsletter or follow along on Pinterest, Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube!

    Sourdough Whole Wheat Naan Bread Recipe!

    Naan bread, but gut healthier with sourdough! I made my sourdough whole wheat naan bread with 75% wheat flour and it turned out so delicious! I was surprised that the wheat flour didn't compromise the taste of this, pleasantly surprised! My sourdough whole wheat naan bread is seasoned with Arabic Za'atar, but you can use anything you like on top such as garlic!
    5 from 4 votes
    Print Recipe
    Prep Time 20 minutes mins
    Cook Time 1 hour hr
    Rising time 2 hours hrs
    Total Time 3 hours hrs 20 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
    Cuisine Arabic, Indian, Middle Eastern
    Servings 12 naan breads
    Calories 148 kcal

    Equipment

    • Mixing bowl
    • Standing mixer
    • Old towel
    • Rolling Pin
    • cast iron skillet

    Ingredients
      

    • ¾ cup active sourdough starter
    • ¼ cup milk of choice
    • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 2 cups whole wheat flour
    • ½ cup all-purpose flour for 100% whole wheat, use ½ cup whole wheat flour
    • 1 ½ teaspoon sea salt

    Instructions
     

    • Mix the dough: In a large bowl, whisk together the cashew milk, sourdough starter, yogurt, and olive oil until smooth.
    • Add dry ingredients: Stir in the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, and sea salt. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
    • Knead the dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. (Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5-7 minutes.)
    • Bulk fermentation: Cover the dough with a damp towel and let it ferment at room temperature for 6-8 hours (or overnight) until puffy and slightly doubled in size.
    • Divide & shape: Lightly deflate the dough and divide it into 10-12 equal portions.
    • Roll each piece into a ball, then flatten into an oval or circle about ¼-inch thick.
    • Pan-fry the naan: Heat a cast-iron skillet or non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Cook each naan for 1-2 minutes on one side until bubbles form, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown and slightly charred.
    • Optional: Brush with olive oil or melted butter and sprinkle with herbs, garlic, or sea salt for extra flavor.

    Notes

    Nutrition facts for any recipe on thehintofrosemary is only an estimate and may vary based on the specific ingredients you choose.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1whole wheat naan breadCalories: 148kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 8gFat: 2.9gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.7gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 291mgPotassium: 151mgFiber: 3gCalcium: 81mgIron: 1.04mg
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    1. Christie

      March 03, 2020 at 8:25 pm

      5 stars
      Oohhh i love naan and I love how you made this whole wheat! it looks sooo delicious Rosemary

    2. [email protected]

      March 04, 2020 at 1:56 pm

      Ahhhh thank you Christie!! I was worried the taste would be very.. wheatey.. or hearty LOL! But, it came out so good, and even the man liked them!!

    3. S

      February 18, 2022 at 5:01 pm

      5 stars
      Wow this was soooo good! I love naan bread but it can get a bit heavy for me with all the white flour so this was just perfect! Light fluffy and healthy is my kinda bread !!

    4. Rosemary

      February 18, 2022 at 5:12 pm

      I'm so glad you loved it! We love making so many breads with half of 75% wheat here too 🙂

    5. Chris

      May 10, 2024 at 9:48 pm

      I doubled the recipe and the dough would not stick together. I had to add 1 cup of yogurt and another 1.5 cups water.
      The yogurt was straight from the fridge. the flour seemed to clump to it and not pick up all the extra flour.
      are you sure its 2.5 cups whole wheat flour plus .5 cup white flour?

      I hope they turn out

    6. Rosemary

      June 14, 2024 at 3:38 pm

      yes! Did you mix it by hand or use a standing mixer?

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