Toasting is one of the methods we can use to change the flavor and texture of bread. Most people use toaster or oven if not pans. This method of preparing bread perhaps started in 1400s. Since then a lot of variations can be seen or tasted in every country around the world. Cheese chilli toast is from India and like most Indian snacks, this one will leave you craving for more.
Health Benefits
Cheese is a great source of calcium, fat, and protein. Cheese made from the milk of 100 percent grass-fed animals is the highest in nutrients and also contains omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin K-2. Cheese also helps our teeth from cavities. Finally, cheese contains no fiber, and excessive intake of pasteurized dairy may cause constipation.
Ingredients
4 wheat bread slices
¼ cup capsicum, chopped
½ cup processed cheese, grated
¼ cup mozzarella cheese, grated
2 tbsp - butter
1 tsp - green chilli chopped
1 tbsp - olive oil
1 tsp - black pepper
1 tsp - garlic crushed
1 tsp - chilli flakes optional
salt
How To Make Cheese Chili Toast Recipe
- Toast the bread slightly to make it crispier.
- Chop the capsicum into dices.
- Pre-heat the oven at 1500C for 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, add grated processed cheese, mozzarella cheese, capsicum, green chili, black pepper and salt to taste. Mix well.
- Add a tablespoon of olive oil and mix all the ingredients.
- On the toasted wheat bread, spread butter.
- Now evenly spread the cheese mixture on top of the bread.
- sprinkle some chili flakes.
- Place all the bread in baking tray and bake for about 5 minutes at 1800
- Serve chilli cheese toast with ketchup.
Trivia
China was the world's largest producer of green chilis, providing half of the global total. Global production of dried chili peppers was about one ninth of fresh production, led by India with 36% of the world total.