What to Serve With Naan Bread: 28 Best Side Dishes

Wondering what to serve with naan bread? Here, you’ll find 28 options for delicious side dishes so you can create the perfect meal.

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That prominently displayed package of naan bread you’ve been eyeing up at your local grocery store has finally made its way to your kitchen pantry.

So now what?

Naan is a traditional Indian flatbread that works well with a number of tasty dishes.

If you’re wondering what to serve with naan, we’ve got you covered.

This recipe collection features 28 delicious side dishes for naan so you can find the perfect pairing idea.

Best Side Dishes for Naan

1
Easy Indian Cookbook
Butter Chicken
Butter chicken is a popular Indian dish that is commonly served with naan bread. This restaurant-style version is easy to make at home in the Instant Pot in under 30 minutes.
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2
The Devil Wears Salad
Bombay Aloo
Bombay aloo, which is also known as Bombay potatoes, is a popular dish at Indian restaurants. Made with baby potatoes and an array of seasonings and spices. this flavorful dish is sure to please.
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3
Babaganosh
Air Fryer Tandoori Chicken Kebabs
These Indian-inspired kebabs are easy to make in the air fryer and are the perfect side dish to serve with naan flatbread. Made with a combination of various spices, this chicken dish is sure to be an all time favorite for your family.
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4
Veg Cookbook
Matar Paneer Sabzi
This cheese-based versatile dish hails from North India and features a mildly spiced curry that makes it a hit at the dinner table among both kids and grownups alike.
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5
Healing Tomato
Palak Makhani
This unique recipe features spinach in a creamy sauce with tomatoes and Indian spices. This vegetarian dish is a perfect accompaniment for some plain naan and can easily be made vegan.
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6
Scrummy Lane
Thai Chicken and Butternut Squash Curry
This easy curry recipe is like a cross between a Thai red curry and chicken satay but with hidden vegetables. The best thing is that can be made three different ways: on the stovetop, in the slow cooker, or in the pressure cooker.
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7
The Flavor Bender
The Best Sri Lankan Chicken Curry
This authentic Sri Lankan Chicken Curry recipe is full of flavor and easily adaptable to suit your specific taste. It's great dish to serve with some naan bread.
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8
A Little and a Lot
Indian Rice
This flavorful recipe features basmati rice, Indian spices, onion, garlic, and sweet peas. It's easy to make and perfect for enjoying with some naan.
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9
Spice Up The Curry
Dal Makhani
This creamy dish has a rich flavor with a subtle smokiness. This classic Indian dish is a popular recipe in North India and is perfect for serving with naan.

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10
J Cooking Odyssey
Instant Pot Palak Paneer
Palak paneer is a popular dish in Indian cuisine and this version is quick and easy to make in the Instant Pot. The creamy curry sauce is absolutely perfect for eating with naan bread.
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11
Killing Thyme
Coconut Curry Instant Pot Lentil Soup
This Instant Pot soup features a coconut curry broth. lentils, sweet potatoes, zucchini, and carrots. And, the great thing about soup is that it's the perfect pairing for naan bread.
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12
The Odehlicious
Spicy Prawn Masala
This Indian prawn dish features coconut milk, onion, garlic, ginger, tomatoes and spices including garam masala, coriander powder, chilli powder, and turmeric. This popular Indian side dish is perfect with some flatbread.
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13
Little Sunny Kitchen
Crispy Onion Bhaji
Onion bhajis are golden brown crispy fritters that are a popular street food in India. This gluten-free and vegan version is easy to make with chickpea flour and other simple ingredients in just 20 minutes.
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14
West Coast Kitchen Garden
Palak Chicken
Palak chicken is a popular dish in Indian cooking featuring spinach, cream, and spices. It's a quick and easy-to-make comfort food dish you will love.
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15
Chili to Choc
Achari Chicken
This chicken curry dish features a tomato and yogurt sauce infused with nigella seeds, fenugreek seeds, brown mustard seeds and fennel seeds.
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16
All That’s Jas
Afghan Roasted Eggplant
This Afghan eggplant dish features roasted eggplant slices, tomato gravy, caramelized onions, and a garlic-yogurt sauce for a flavor-filled vegetarian meal.
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17
Six Hungry Feet
Chana Masala
The main ingredients of this popular curry dish are chickpeas and a spice blend. Easy to make, gluten-free and vegan too!
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18
iFoodReal
Instant Pot Dal
This easy one-pot dish can be made with green or brown lentils and is one of those Indian side dishes that is perfect for pairing with naan bread.
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19
Masala Herb
Mushroom Tikka Masala
When it comes to Indian dishes, chicken tikka masala is a popular choice, but this meatless alternative made with mushrooms is sure to satisfy for a tasty vegetarian option.
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20
Our Plant Based World
Indian Cauliflower Curry
This vegan cauliflower curry dish is easy to make and healthy too! Perfect with naan and rice for a delicious Indian feast.
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21
Profusion Curry
Shahi Paneer
This popular Indian dish consists of paneer cheese and spices in rich cashew gravy that's a hit with vegetarians and omnivores alike.
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22
Yummy Addiction
Pumpkin, Red Lentil & Coconut Curry
This pumpkin lentil curry is perfect for fall but you can enjoy it all year long too! Flavorful, comforting, and naturally vegan, this dish is sure to please.
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23
The Dizzy Cook
Chicken Ruby Curry
Easy to make in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect with naan and can easily be made either dairy-free by omitting the cream or vegetarian by swapping the chicken with chickpeas.
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24
Vegan Heaven
Vegetable Korma
This vegan vegetable korma recipe is easy to make in under 30 minutes. Pair it with naan for the perfect dish the whole family will love any night of the week.
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25
Chef Savvy
Thai Red Curry Chicken Meatballs
This easy chicken meatball recipe features a Thai curry sauce and is easy to make in less than 30 minutes for a quick weeknight dish that pairs perfectly with naan bread.
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26
Piping Pot Curry
Paneer Tikka Masala
Paneer tikka masala is one of the most popular dishes at Indian restaurants and you will love this homemade version that is easy to make in the Instant Pot or on the stovetop.
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27
Living Smart and Healthy
Paneer Butter Masala
In this paneer butter masala, fresh paneer is cooked in a flavorful tomato-onion-cashew gravy for a flavorful Indian dish that's ready in 30 minutes.
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28
Vegan Huggs
Aloo Gobi
This popular Indian dish features two main ingredients. potatoes and cauliflower, and is perfect for any night of the week.
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