Brown Butter Garlic Naan Grilled Cheese (Printable)

Naan crisped in brown butter filled with melted mozzarella and garlic for a cozy Indian-inspired twist.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dairy

01 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
02 - 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Bread

03 - 2 large naan breads

→ Herbs & Aromatics

04 - 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Seasonings

07 - 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
08 - 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Directions:

01 - In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the butter foams and turns golden brown with a nutty aroma, approximately 3 to 4 minutes.
02 - Stir the minced garlic into the brown butter and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Remove the skillet from heat.
03 - Brush one side of each naan with the garlic-infused brown butter.
04 - Place one naan, buttered side down, on a cutting board. Evenly spread the mozzarella cheese over the naan, leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, parsley, and cilantro.
05 - Top with the second naan, buttered side up, pressing gently to seal the sandwich.
06 - Heat the skillet over medium-low heat. Carefully transfer the filled naan sandwich to the skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until the cheese is melted and the naan is golden and crisp.
07 - Remove from the skillet, let rest for 1 minute, then slice and serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The rich, nutty aroma of brown butter elevates the simple grilled cheese.
  • Using naan bread provides a soft, pillowy texture that pairs perfectly with melted mozzarella.
  • This fusion dish is quick to prepare, taking only 20 minutes from start to finish.
02 -
  • Keep a close eye on the butter as it browns, as it can go from golden to burnt very quickly.
  • Ensure you leave a small border when spreading the cheese to prevent it from leaking out too much during cooking.
  • Use a pastry brush to apply the garlic butter evenly across the surface of the naan for maximum flavor coverage.
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