Cheesy shahi paneer dip recipe for diwali party snacks

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: mozzarella cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Mozzarella is often less expensive and still melts well.

Heat butter in a pan over medium heat until melted.

Add cumin seeds and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Add finely chopped onion and cook until translucent, 3-4 minutes.

Stir in ginger and garlic, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until golden.

Add green chili, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and garam masala; cook for 1 minute.

Incorporate crumbled paneer and mix well, cooking for 2-3 minutes.

Add cream cheese and yogurt, stirring until smooth and creamy.

Fold in cheddar cheese until melted and well combined.

Season with salt and lemon juice to taste.

Transfer to a baking dish and top with fresh coriander.

Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes until bubbly.

Serve warm with crackers or bread.

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