How long does it take to make Cheats Naan?

It takes just 3 minutes to make Cheats Naan.

What type of flour is used in this recipe?

Self-raising flour is used in this recipe.

Can I use a rolling pin to flatten the dough?

No, the recipe suggests using the palm of your hand instead of a rolling pin.

Cheats Naan

Name: Cheats Naan
Total time: 3 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 6 tbsp yogurt; 375 g self-raising flour; 1 tsp honey; 1 pinch salt; 1 tbsp oil (for cooking)

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Original video by Jamie Oliver on YouTube4:05

About this recipe

If you're in a hurry and craving naan, Jamie Oliver's Cheats Naan is a quick and easy solution. This recipe takes just three minutes and uses simple ingredients to create a fluffy, flavorful bread that's perfect for mopping up your favorite curry.

While it's not an authentic naan, it delivers on texture and taste, giving you that satisfying sponginess and a hint of sweetness from the honey. Plus, there's no waiting for dough to rise, thanks to the use of self-raising flour.

Ingredient notes

Use 375 grams of self-raising flour to skip the yeast and rising time.
You can substitute the honey with another sweetener if desired.

Tips from Jamie Oliver’s video

Knead the dough until it's pliable but not sticky for the best texture.
Flatten the dough pieces using the palm of your hand instead of a rolling pin to keep it quick and easy.
Cooking the naan in a hot pan until golden brown on both sides ensures a nice texture.

Good to know

How many naan does this recipe make?: This recipe makes 6 naan.
How long does it take to make Cheats Naan?: It takes just 3 minutes to make Cheats Naan.
What type of flour is used in this recipe?: Self-raising flour is used in this recipe.
Can I use a rolling pin to flatten the dough?: No, the recipe suggests using the palm of your hand instead of a rolling pin.

No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Jamie Oliver: watch the original on YouTube.

The recipe

Serves 6 servingsTime 3 minutes

Ingredients

Steps

1
In a bowl, combine 6 tablespoons of yogurt, 375 grams of self-raising flour, a pinch of salt, and 1 teaspoon of honey.
2
Knead the mixture until it forms a pliable dough that is not sticky.
3
Cut the dough into 6 equal pieces.
4
Flatten each piece using the palm of your hand to form a naan shape.
5
Heat a pan and cook the naan until golden brown on both sides, flipping as necessary.
6
Optionally, rub a little butter on the cooked naan before serving.