East Indian Cheese Logs
Elevate your appetizer game with these vibrant and flavorful East Indian Cheese Logs! This no-cook, 20-minute recipe combines creamy cheese with aromatic Indian spices like cumin, coriander, garam masala, and turmeric for a bold, exotic twist. Mixed with fresh garlic, cilantro, lemon juice, and a hint of chili, the logs are coated in crushed roasted peanuts or cashews for a delightful crunch. Perfectly balanced with a mix of spice and creaminess, these cheese logs are an ideal pairing for crackers, pita chips, or crisp veggies. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or bringing an appetizer to share, this fusion dish is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 4 oz Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Ground coriander
- 0.5 tsp Turmeric powder
- 0.5 tsp Garam masala
- 0.25 tsp Chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 small Green chilies, finely chopped (optional)
- 1 tsp Lemon juice
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 cup Crushed roasted peanuts (or cashews)
- 1 sheet Parchment paper or plastic wrap
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well using a spatula or hand mixer until smooth.
Add ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, garam masala, chili powder, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, optional green chilies, lemon juice, and salt. Stir thoroughly to distribute the spices evenly.
Lay a sheet of parchment paper or plastic wrap on a flat surface. Transfer half of the cheese mixture onto the sheet and shape it into a log roughly 6 inches long. Repeat with the remaining cheese mixture to create two logs.
Spread the crushed peanuts (or cashews) on a separate flat surface. Roll each cheese log over the crushed nuts to coat thoroughly, pressing gently to ensure the nuts stick to the cheese.
Wrap each cheese log tightly in parchment paper or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the logs to firm up.
When ready to serve, remove from the refrigerator, unwrap, and place the cheese logs on a serving platter. Serve with crackers, pita chips, or fresh vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1598 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 145.1 g | 186% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.7 g | 374% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 373 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 2454 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.4 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.8 g | ||
| Protein | 58.2 g | 116% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1122 mg | 86% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 886 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
