Name: Masala Queso: A Spiced-Up Twist on Creamy Texas Cheese Dip
Yield: 4-6
Ingredients: 2 Tbsp olive oil; 1 Tbsp butter; ½ yellow onion, diced; 3 cloves of garlic, minced; ½ jalapeño, minced; ½ a ripe, chopped ½” dice; 1 heaped Tbsp corn starch; 1 heaped tsp Everyday Masala blend; 1 ½ cups whole milk; 4 ounces cheddar cheese, grated or cubed; 4 ounces pepper jack cheese, grated or cubed; Salt to taste; Freshly chopped cilantro for garnish

Queso is a Texas staple, and as someone who went to college in Austin, I can tell you—there’s nothing quite like a warm, melty bowl of cheese dip. But why stop at the classic when you can take it to the next level? This Masala Queso brings together my love for Texas comfort food and the bold, aromatic spices of Indian cooking. Made with Everyday Masala, a blend of cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili, this queso is rich, creamy, and packed with just the right amount of warmth and depth. It’s the perfect Super Bowl snack, but let’s be real—once you try it, you’ll want it all year long. Serve it with chips, drizzle it over nachos, or even spoon it onto tacos. However you enjoy it, get ready for a flavor-packed upgrade to your queso Everyday! Check out the video below.

Masala Queso: A Spiced-Up Twist on Creamy Texas Cheese Dip

Author: Kanchan Koya
Servings: 4-6
Category: Snack

Ingredients

2 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp butter
½ yellow onion, diced
3 cloves of garlic, minced
½ jalapeño, minced
½ a ripe, chopped ½” dice
1 heaped Tbsp corn starch
1 heaped tsp Everyday Masala blend
1 ½ cups whole milk
4 ounces cheddar cheese, grated or cubed
4 ounces pepper jack cheese, grated or cubed
Salt to taste
Freshly chopped cilantro for garnish

Directions

Heat the olive oil and butter in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the garlic and jalapeño, sauté for another minute.
Add the chopped tomato and cook for 3 minutes until softened.
Sprinkle the cornstarch over the mixture and cook for another minute, stirring well.
Add the Everyday Masala spice blend and mix to combine the flavors.
Slowly pour in the milk, about 1/4 cup at a time, whisking to create a smooth sauce.
Add the grated cheeses, stirring constantly over medium-low heat until melted and smooth.
Season with salt to taste.
Transfer to a serving bowl, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve hot with tortilla chips.
Enjoy this bold and creamy Masala Queso as the perfect game-day snack!