Garlic Naan in Patong: Choosing Bread for Your Curry

What makes garlic naan different?

The difference starts with the topping. Garlic gives naan a pronounced savoury aroma, so the bread contributes flavour rather than simply carrying sauce. Its soft centre and browned surface bring a contrast of tender bread and toasted flavour. Garlic naan is an accompaniment, so choose a main dish to enjoy alongside it.

Naan is generally a leavened flatbread. A hot cooking surface helps develop a browned exterior while the middle remains tender. Traditional naan is associated with a tandoor, although published recipes also use pans or griddles. These are general cooking principles, not a claim that every restaurant follows the same dough recipe or method.

Garlic naan or butter naan: which should you order?

Choose garlic naan when you enjoy garlic as part of the meal, especially with a sauce you want to scoop up. Choose Butter Naan when you want a simpler finish and would rather keep the focus on the curry. Garlic flavour does not by itself tell you how much chilli a meal contains: discuss the curry’s heat separately.

A mixed table need not settle on one bread. If some diners prefer garlic and others do not, order the two breads separately and share them according to taste. Let the team know which is which when the dishes arrive. Ask for portion guidance based on your group and the rice or starters you have already ordered.

Three curry pairings to consider

For a bread-and-chicken meal, consider Butter Chicken. A small piece of naan can carry the sauce without the need to pile a large amount onto the bread. Eat in bite-sized pieces so you can enjoy both parts of the meal together.

For a vegetarian main, Paneer Butter Masala is another option. Alternatively, pair the bread with Daal Makhni if you prefer lentils. These suggestions are separate menu selections, not a set meal or an indication that sides are included in the naan price.

How to enjoy it at the table

Start by tearing off a manageable piece rather than cutting up all the bread at once. Use it to collect a little sauce and a small portion of your main dish. If the table has both bread and rice, alternate between them according to your preference; you do not need to finish one before beginning the other.

For a shared meal, decide on your main dishes before ordering extra bread. That makes it easier to judge how much you need and avoids ordering more accompaniments than the table wants. Ask the team if you are unsure about serving sizes or which curry suits your preferred level of spice.

Ingredients and dietary questions

Wheat flour is normal in naan, and many recipes include yoghurt, butter or ghee. Do not assume that a meat-free bread is vegan, dairy-free or suitable for a wheat allergy. Recipes and kitchen practices vary, so tell the staff about your requirements before you order. They can check the current ingredients and discuss preparation with the kitchen.

Find Garlic Naan near Patong Beach

Royal Kitchen is at 142/1 Thaweewong Road, Patong, Phuket. See the Garlic Naan product page for the displayed price and ordering details, or browse the full menu before planning your meal. Call the team about availability, dietary questions or quantities for a group.

For general preparation background, see Pooja Makhijani’s naan recipe at King Arthur Baking and Tesco’s garlic naan recipe. These are culinary references, not Royal Kitchen’s recipe.