Cheesy Masala Spaghetti is a delightful twist on traditional pasta, infusing it with the vibrant flavours of Indian cuisine. This dish marries the familiar texture of spaghetti with a rich, spiced tomato sauce and generous amounts of cheese, providing a unique and satisfying meal. The combination of Indian spices, such as cumin and coriander, with the creaminess of Britannia The Laughing Cow Cheese Block creates a flavour that is both comforting and exotic. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a special treat, this recipe offers a fresh take on pasta that is sure to please a variety of palates.
Cheesy Masala Spaghetti Recipe – Serves 2
Prep time: 15 mins, Cooking time: 25 mins
This pasta recipe showcases the best of two outstanding cuisines. The luxuriousness of Italian pasta meets the spicy Indian soul.
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredients |
| 200 g | Spaghetti |
| 150 g | Britannia The Laughing Cow Cheese Block, grated |
| 2 tbsp | Vegetable oil |
| 1 tsp | Cumin seeds |
| 1 tsp | Mustard seeds |
| 1 | Onion, finely chopped |
| 2 | Garlic cloves, minced |
| 1 tsp | Ginger, minced |
| 2 | Green chillies, finely chopped (adjust to taste) |
| 1 tsp | Turmeric powder |
| 1 tbsp | Garam masala |
| 1 tsp | Ground coriander |
| 1 tsp | Ground cumin |
| 400 g | Canned tomatoes, chopped |
| 1 tbsp | Tomato paste |
| To taste | Salt |
| As needed | Fresh coriander, chopped (for garnish) |
Method
- Boil the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds. Allow them to sizzle for a few seconds until fragrant.
- Add the finely chopped onion to the pan and cook until translucent. Stir in the minced garlic, ginger, and green chillies. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until aromatic.
- Stir in turmeric powder, garam masala, ground coriander, and ground cumin. Cook for 1 minute. Add the chopped tomatoes and tomato paste, stirring well. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, until the sauce thickens and reduces. Season with salt to taste.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly. Ensure the spaghetti is well combined with the sauce.
- Reduce the heat to low and sprinkle the grated Britannia The Laughing Cow Cheese Block over the pasta. Cover the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the cheese melts and becomes gooey.
- Garnish with freshly chopped coriander and serve hot.