New Delhi: As the sun dips below the horizon and calls for Maghrib echoes, Iftar becomes a warm and comforting moment where everyone gathers together to enjoy a feast and reconnect to nourish the soul and body after a long day of no food and water. Along with the traditional dates and other recipes on the menu, adding cheesy and spicy flavours can make feasting indulgent and feel celebratory.
The trend of creating easy, Instagram-worthy Iftar plates is bigger than ever. Cheesy appetisers fit beautifully into this trend, they’re warm, filling, flavour-packed and perfect for sharing. Whether you want something baked, pan-fried, or air-fried, these recipes are simple, delicious and designed to elevate your Iftar spread with minimal effort.
Cheesy Iftar snacks to try
1. Crispy Cheese Samosas
Ingredients:
- Readymade samosa sheets
- 1 cup grated processed cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped spring onion
- 1 tsp chilli flakes
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Oil for frying or air-frying
How to Make:
- Mix all filling ingredients in a bowl.
- Fill each samosa sheet with the cheese mixture and fold into triangles.
- Fry or air-fry until crisp and golden.
- Serve with mint mayo or spicy dip.
2. Mozzarella Sticks
Ingredients:
- Mozzarella sticks
- Flour
- Beaten eggs
- Breadcrumbs
- Oregano, chilli flakes
How to Make:
- Coat mozzarella sticks in flour, then eggs and breadcrumbs.
- Freeze for at least 30 minutes.
- Deep fry or air-fry until golden and crunchy.
3. Cheesy Chicken Tikka Skewers
Ingredients:
- Boneless chicken cubes
- Yoghurt, tikka masala, chilli, garlic
- Mozzarella or cheddar
How to Make:
- Marinate chicken and grill/air-fry till juicy.
- Add cheese on top, let it melt.
- Serve with mint chutney.
4. Cheesy Chicken Keema Puffs
Ingredients:
- Puff pastry sheets
- 1 cup cooked chicken keema
- ½ cup mozzarella
- Onion, garlic, chilli
- Spices: cumin, pepper, oregano
How to Make:
- Sauté onion, garlic and keema with spices.
- Add mozzarella and let it melt slightly.
- Fill puff sheets, fold and bake till golden.
Ramadan fasting is all about calm, peace and indulging in feasting after breaking the roza for the day. The Iftari is a delightful time for each Musli family fasting for the whole day to enjoy delicious snacks. These cheesy snacks can be a great addition and boost to the mood.