Make delicious Chilli Cheese Gravy by preparing crispy cheese balls with grated cheese, cornflour, and spices, and frying them to golden perfection. Sauté garlic, ginger, chilies, onions, and capsicum to create a flavorful base. Add soy sauce, chili sauce, and tomato ketchup for a tangy and spicy kick. Thicken the gravy with cornflour slurry and bring it to a boil. Add the cheese balls to the gravy, coating them evenly. Garnish with spring onions and serve hot with rice or noodles.
Ingredients:
- For Cheese Balls:
- 1 cup grated cheese (cheddar or processed)
- 2 tbsp cornflour
- 1-2 green chilies (finely chopped)
- 1 tbsp coriander leaves (chopped)
- Salt to taste
- Oil for frying
- For Gravy:
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 tbsp garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp ginger (finely chopped)
- 2-3 green chilies (slit)
- 1 onion (cubed and separated into petals)
- 1 capsicum (cubed)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp red chili sauce
- 1 tbsp tomato ketchup
- 1 tsp vinegar
- 1 tbsp cornflour (mixed in ¼ cup water)
- 1 ½ cup water or stock
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Spring onion greens (for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Cheese Balls
- In a bowl, mix grated cheese, cornflour, chopped green chilies, coriander, and a pinch of salt. Combine well to form a dough-like mixture.
- Divide the mixture into equal portions and roll them into smooth balls.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Fry the cheese balls until golden brown and crisp. Remove and set aside on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Step 2: Prepare the Gravy Base
- Heat oil in a wok or deep pan. Add minced garlic, chopped ginger, and slit green chilies. Sauté until fragrant.
- Add cubed onion and capsicum, stir-frying on high heat for 2-3 minutes to retain their crunch.
Step 3: Add Sauces and Seasonings
- Lower the heat and stir in soy sauce, red chili sauce, tomato ketchup, and vinegar. Mix well to coat the vegetables.
- Add water or stock, then bring it to a gentle boil. Adjust salt and pepper as needed.
Step 4: Thicken the Gravy
- Gradually add the cornflour slurry (cornflour mixed with water) to the gravy while stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
- Simmer for a few minutes until the gravy thickens to a glossy consistency.
Step 5: Assemble the Dish
- Just before serving, gently add the fried cheese balls to the prepared gravy. Toss lightly to coat them in the sauce.
Step 6: Garnish and Serve
- Sprinkle spring onion greens over the dish for a fresh touch.
- Serve hot with steamed rice, fried rice, or noodles for a delicious and comforting meal.
Enjoy the rich, spicy, and cheesy delight of homemade Chilli Cheese Gravy.
