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Easy Homemade Paneer Recipe: Make Fresh Indian Cheese from Scratch
Learn how to make delicious homemade paneer, the simplest part of an Indian feast. This recipe guides you through making fresh Indian cheese from scratch, perfect for dishes like palak paneer or malai kofta. A heartwarming memory from childhood, now easy to recreate at home.
#Homemade Paneer
#Indian Cheese
#DIY Cheese
#Vegetarian Recipe
#Cooking from Scratch
Freshly made Paneer block
Recipe Information
15m
Prep Time
8m
Cook Time
1h 33m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Indian
English
Nutrition (per serving)
120
Calories
9g
Protein
1g
Carbs
10g
Fat
Paneer cubes ready for cooking
Ingredients
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Servings: 4
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Curdled milk in cheesecloth
Instructions
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- Pour milk into a heavy-bottomed pot and bring it to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.8m
Preview8mPreviewPour milk into a heavy-bottomed pot and bring it to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching. - Once the milk boils, reduce heat to low and gradually add lemon juice, stirring gently until the milk curdles and separates into curds and whey.2m
Preview2mPreviewOnce the milk boils, reduce heat to low and gradually add lemon juice, stirring gently until the milk curdles and separates into curds and whey. - Line a colander with a cheesecloth or a clean muslin cloth and place it over a large bowl. Pour the curdled milk into the colander to strain the whey.3m
Preview3mPreviewLine a colander with a cheesecloth or a clean muslin cloth and place it over a large bowl. Pour the curdled milk into the colander to strain the whey. - Gather the edges of the cheesecloth, gently squeeze out excess liquid, then place a heavy object on top (like a heavy pot or a few cans) and press for at least 30 minutes to an hour until firm.40m
Preview40mPreviewGather the edges of the cheesecloth, gently squeeze out excess liquid, then place a heavy object on top (like a heavy pot or a few cans) and press for at least 30 minutes to an hour until firm. - Once firm, unwrap the paneer and cut it into desired cubes or slices. Chill for 30 minutes before using for easier handling.30mPreview30mPreviewOnce firm, unwrap the paneer and cut it into desired cubes or slices. Chill for 30 minutes before using for easier handling.
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