INDIAN STYLE SPICY MAC AND CHEESE RECIPE

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https://alcoeats.com/blogs/breakfasts/a-indian-style-spicy-mac-and-cheese-recipe

• Serves - 6-8 
• Preparation Time - 10 Minutes
• Cooking Time - 20-25 Minutes

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp - Olive oil
• 1 Cup - Red bell pepper (diced)
• 1 - Yellow onions (finely chopped)
• 1-2 - Jalapeno (finely chopped)
• 1 Tbsp - Ginger garlic paste
• 1 Tsp - Alco Garam Masala
• 1 Tsp - Alco Red Hot Chili powder
• 1 Tsp - Cumin powder
• 1 Tsp - Kosher salt
• 500 Gms - Elbow macaroni
• 4 Cup - Vegetable broth
• 1 Cup - Whole milk
• 2 Cup - Cheddar Cheese (grated)
• 1 Cup - Cheddar cheese
• 1 Cup - Pepper jack cheese
• 2 Tbsp - Chopped coriander leaves
• 1 Tsp - Red chili flakes

Instructions

Instant- pot Mac n Cheese Recipe

• Heat oil in an instant pot and on the saute mode.
• Add peppers, jalapeno, and onions and saute them for 4 to 5 minutes.
• Check whether the onions become soft, and switch off the saute mode.
• Add ginger garlic paste, cumin powder, Alco red chili powder, garam masala, and salt.
• Add vegetable broth and pasta.
• Close the instant pot and let it cook for a few minutes.
• Release the lid, and put the instant pot in saute mode.
• Add milk and cheese to the instant pot.
• Stir well and add more milk accordingly.
• Stir continuously until the cheese melts and forms a creamy consistency.
• Turn the sauté mode off and garnish with chili flakes and fresh coriander powder.
• Serve hot, and enjoy.

Stovetop Mac n Cheese Recipe

• Boil pasta by adding water and pasta and cook until the pasta becomes soft.
• Drain the water and keep the boiled pasta aside.
• Heat oil in a kadhai and add onions, jalapenos, and pepper.
• Sauté the ingredients for 5-7 minutes until they become soft.
• Add ginger garlic paste, salt, Alco red chili powder, garam masala, and cumin.
• Mix the ingredients well.
• Add the boiled pasta and half a cup of water.
• Mix the pasta generously with the ingredients.
• Add half a cup of water until the ingredients cook well.
• Set the flame to medium, and add milk.
• Add the cheese and cook until the cheese melts and becomes creamy.
• Garnish with red chili flakes and chopped coriander leaves.
• Serve hot, and enjoy this delicious mac n cheese with friends and family.

Pro Tips

• Always remember to keep pasta under water.
• After giving pressure, release the valve immediately, and if foam comes out, remove all the pressure slowly.
• Press cancel while releasing pressure to avoid overcooking pasta.
• Add cream, milk, and cheese after the release of the pressure completely.
• If you are using gluten-free pasta and al dente pasta, reduce the cooking time than usual.
• If you are making pasta ahead of time, cook it for 2-3 minutes because it continuously absorbs moisture and becomes soft over time.

Summing Up on Mac n Cheese Recipe

An Indian-inspired mac and cheese dish, this recipe brings together macaroni, cheese, jalapeno, and garlic, spiced with traditional and intense seasonings like red chili powder and black pepper, for a uniquely savory meal.

Customizing this mac n cheese dish is a breeze, as any seasonings can be included or excluded according to preference. It can be done with an Instant Pot or on the stovetop.

Make your mac n cheese dish memorable by incorporating cumin powder, garam masala, and other flavorful spices. This mouth-watering dish is perfect for celebratory events or simply gathering with your nearest and dearest.

If you wish to make an irresistible mac n cheese with an Indian twist, look no further than Alcoeats. We offer a comprehensive selection of flavorful, freshly-made spices that will elevate your mac and cheese to the next level.