See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities. You may use other veggies of your choice, like carrots, sweet corn, green peas, green beans, etc. Veggies: I have used bell peppers in this recipe (a mix of green and red bell pepper). You can use any other variety of pasta.Ĭheese: I have used cheddar cheese and gouda cheese. Pasta: I have used elbow macaroni for this recipe. Creamy and comforting: This recipe uses a blend of cheese, milk, and sour cream to create a creamy and indulgent sauce that pairs perfectly with the Indian spices and macaroni noodles.A nice twist from your regular mac and cheese: The addition of Indian spices and flavors gives a fun and exciting twist to the classic mac and cheese dish.It can be made in under 30 minutes, which makes it a great option for busy weeknights. Quick and easy: This one-pot dish requires minimal prep work and cooking time.In saying that, I have not used them in this recipe, and this Indian-style pasta calls for just some basic desi spices. Spices like cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, chaat masala, etc., are used to get an Indianized taste. Indians love to add their own twist and create fusion recipes to suit Indian taste buds. It is also popularly called tikka masala macaroni or desi mac & cheese (desi generally means 'of Indian origin' and mostly refers to Indians living outside India).
This Indian-Italian fusion pasta uses basic Indian spices and traditional mac and cheese ingredients to create a lip-smacking dish. The good old classic mac and cheese with an Indian twist, masala macaroni is creamy, comforting, and oh-so-delicious. Indulge in a comforting classic with a bold new twist – Masala Mac and Cheese! Made in an Instant Pot, this rich and comforting dish is quick and easy to prepare, perfect for family meals and special occasions.