Ingredients
Cheeses
Familiar: | Sharp Cheddar (cubed or sliced) | |
Unique: | Sun-Dried Tomato & Olive Paneer (cubed or sliced) | |
Creamy: | Herbed Gournay-style Cheese (soft and spreadable) | |
Strong Flavors: | Smoked Gouda + Jalapeno Havarti | |
Aged: | White Cheddar (sliced) |
Indian Accompaniments
Pickled Onions: | Thinly sliced and pickled with vinegar, salt, and spices | |
Sweet Chutney: | Mango chutney or tamarind chutney for a sweet, tangy dip | |
Chatpata Tomatoes: | Cherry tomatoes tossed with chaat masala and a sprinkle of lemon juice | |
Olives: | Mixed green and black olives, served in a small bowl | |
Bell Peppers: | Sliced red and yellow bell peppers for crunch and color | |
Crackers or Biscuits: | Small round crackers as a neutral base for the cheese | |
Spicy Roasted Peanuts: | A bowl of roasted, spiced peanuts for added texture and heat |
Equipment
Cheese Board or Large Serving Platter. | ||
Small Bowls. | ||
Cheese Knives. | ||
Small spoons/forks. | ||
Toothpicks or Mini Skewers |
Directions
- Arrange each type of cheese on the board, spacing them out for easy selection.
- Place the pickled onions, chutney, olives, and herbed cheese in small bowls around the board.
- Scatter the chatpata tomatoes, sliced bell peppers, and crackers around the cheese for color and variety.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro on the tomatoes for a vibrant presentation.