Two-person fakeaway shoppers
If you plan to serve naan alongside curry, a two-pack is a useful starting point. Check its total weight and labelled servings so the portions fit the meal without leaving bread you did not plan to use.
Who is this for?
People sharing smaller portions
Several pieces can be easier to divide around the table than one naan per person. Compare total pack weight as well as piece count: Sainsbury’s lists four mini plain naans weighing 188g in total.
Buy-ahead and allergen-aware shoppers
Storage directions and allergen information vary by product. Check the date mark, storage instructions and the exact pack’s ingredients before deciding what to buy.
What should you check?
Work out how many portions the meal needs, then compare pack size, storage instructions and any ingredient requirements.
| Priority | What to check | Your needs |
|---|---|---|
| Amount to serve | Check piece count, total pack weight and the labelled serving. Tesco describes half of one of its 260g plain naans as a 65g serving. | For two diners, I want enough bread with the curry without choosing more portions than we will use. |
| Portion format | Compare standard naans with smaller pieces by total weight, not count alone. Sainsbury’s mini plain-naan pack contains four pieces weighing 188g in total. | Smaller pieces would let us share the bread around the table rather than serve one full naan each. |
| Storage | Read the exact pack’s storage, date-mark and after-opening directions. Asda’s everyday plain naans specify cool, dry storage; Sainsbury’s Indian Plain Naan x2 requires refrigeration. | If I am shopping ahead, the bread needs to fit the cupboard or fridge space I have available. |
| Ingredients | Check ingredients, allergen statements and any precautionary wording on the pack. Asda’s everyday plain naan contains wheat; its separate Free From naan is labelled free from gluten, milk and egg. | Someone eating with us needs the exact product to meet a specified allergen requirement; the word “plain” is not enough to establish that. |
Common buying mistakes
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Treating every naan as an equal-sized portion
Piece counts and serving descriptions differ. Tesco’s 260g plain two-pack describes half a naan as a 65g serving, while Sainsbury’s four mini plain naans weigh 188g altogether.
Decide how much bread you intend to serve, then compare the pack’s total weight and labelled portions.
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Assuming plain naan belongs in the cupboard
Plain-naan products can have different storage requirements. The checked Waitrose Plain Naan specifies cool, dry storage, whereas Sainsbury’s Indian Plain Naan x2 must be refrigerated.
Read the directions for the particular pack before buying it ahead of fakeaway night.
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Using “plain” as an allergen guide
Asda’s everyday plain naan contains wheat. Sainsbury’s mini plain naan also states that it is unsuitable for people with a milk allergy because of manufacturing methods.
For an identified allergy, check the ingredients and precautionary information on the actual pack; keep ordinary and specifically labelled free-from ranges distinct.
Brand and range references
These examples show why a supermarket name alone cannot establish the portion format, storage method or allergen information of a particular naan.
Tesco
Tesco lists an everyday plain two-pack weighing 260g.
- Its listing describes half a naan as a 65g serving and specifies cool, dry storage.
- The listed serving is not a whole naan; check the amount you intend to put on each plate.
Asda
Asda lists an everyday plain two-pack and a separate 200g Free From plain two-pack.
- The everyday pack specifies cool, dry storage; the separate Free From pack is labelled free from gluten, milk and egg.
- The everyday naan contains wheat. Do not apply the Free From pack’s labelling to it.
Sainsbury’s
Sainsbury’s lists both four mini plain naans weighing 188g altogether and a separate 260g Indian Plain Naan two-pack.
- The mini pack offers several pieces to divide between diners.
- The mini pack carries a milk-allergy precaution; the Indian Plain Naan two-pack requires refrigeration. Check the instructions for the product you choose.
Waitrose
Waitrose lists a 220g Plain Naan two-pack and a separate 260g Tandoori Plain Naans two-pack.
- The 220g Plain Naan listing specifies cool, dry storage.
- The Tandoori Plain Naans listing requires refrigeration below 5°C; the two packs do not share the same storage directions.
M&S
M&S describes its 200g Plain Naans as hand-shaped and flame-baked.
- The product directions specify cool, dry storage.
- Check the pack’s portions and ingredients for your meal rather than assuming that preparation style determines either.
Naan options on Joybuy
These Humza options include four-piece packs and larger family packs, in plain or garlic-and-coriander varieties. For a small fakeaway, choose the quantity you expect to serve; a family pack calls for a separate plan for any remaining bread.
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Humza Plain Tandoori Naan 300g, 4pcs
Four pieces can be divided around the table; decide whether the 300g pack fits the number of portions planned for the meal.
If an eater has an allergen requirement, check the ingredients and precautionary information on the pack.
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Humza Garlic and Coriander Tandoori Naan 300g, 4pcs
This four-piece pack offers a garlic-and-coriander alternative if that flavour suits the meal. It weighs 300g in total.
It is a different flavour from the plain naans discussed above; check its own ingredients and storage directions.
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Humza Plain Naan Family Pack 900g (12pcs)
Twelve pieces may suit a larger group; for a two-person fakeaway, work out what you would do with the remainder. The pack weighs 900g.
Check the pack’s storage and freezing directions before relying on it for another meal.
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Humza Garlic and Coriander Naan Family Pack 900gm, 12pcs
For a larger table wanting garlic-and-coriander naan, this pack contains 12 pieces and weighs 900gm.
For a smaller meal, plan how many pieces you will serve and check the pack’s directions for keeping the rest.
Frequently asked questions
Do four mini naans necessarily provide more bread than two standard naans?
No. Sainsbury’s four mini plain naans weigh 188g in total, while Tesco’s plain two-pack weighs 260g. Check the total weight of the particular packs you are considering, as well as how you intend to divide them.
Does naan need to go in the fridge?
Follow the directions for the exact product. Asda’s everyday plain-naan listing and Waitrose’s Plain Naan listing specify cool, dry storage, whereas Sainsbury’s Indian Plain Naan x2 and Waitrose’s Tandoori Plain Naans require refrigeration.
Can I keep naan after opening the pack?
Check that pack’s after-opening directions before planning another meal with it. Asda’s everyday plain two-pack says to consume it within 24 hours of opening; other products may have different instructions.
Is plain naan suitable when someone needs to avoid an allergen?
The word “plain” does not establish allergen suitability. Asda’s everyday plain naan contains wheat, while its separate Free From two-pack is labelled free from gluten, milk and egg. Check the actual pack’s ingredients and precautionary information for the allergen concerned.