Jul 7, 2024
Sakshi AroraIndia is loaded with a rich variety of cheese. With diverse cheesemaking traditions, here’s a compilation of 10 delicious and lesser-known Indian cheeses you must add to your plate. Read to know more.
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With a unique flavour, this cheese originated from the Himalayan region. Chhurpi cheese is prepped with yak’s milk and follows an air-drying and smoking method, making it perfect for trekkers.
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With Portuguese roots, Bandel is known for its crumbly texture and cylindrical shape. This cheese is prepped from cow’s milk and distinctively adds a hint of smoky taste to Bengali sweets.
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This versatile cheese is known for its creamy and mild taste. Prepped with curdled milk, paneer serves as a perfect meal for vegetarians.
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This soft Tibetan cheese is prepped with the milk of yak called ‘Dri’. Churu is packed with a pungent smell and adds health benefits to your plate when consumed moderately.
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Rajasthan, known for its delicious dishes adds another gem to the list of cheeses. Prepped with a fusion of spices, enjoy it as a snack for a delightful taste.
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This semi-hard cheese has a smooth texture with a distinct flavour. Hailing from the hills of Kalimpong, West Bengal, this cheese is prepped from cow’s milk and can be paired with fruits for a delightful taste.
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Hailing from the heart of Gujarat, Topli Na Paneer is packed with a salty flavour and a wobbly texture. Add this cheese variant to your plate and enjoy.
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Originating from Kashmir, Kalari is prepped with a smoking process adding a robust flavour. Add it to your plate by pan-frying or serving with bread for a delightful taste.
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Also referred to as Mawa, this delightful creamy dairy product is not exactly cheese. Khoya plays a major role in the preparation of Indian sweets and finely adds richness and taste to every delicacy.
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Another Bengali gem, Chhena is a perfect cheese prepped from curdled milk. The cheese adds a delicious taste to Indian sweets.
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