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Paneer from Scratch

Author's Note

The one and only cheese in Indian food. A very simple recipe with no special equipment required. It is essential to use whole milk to get the right texture.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 Gallon milk

  • Juice from 1 lemon

  • 2 tsp. vinegar (optional)

Directions

  • Heat milk in a wide pan.

  • Bring to a boil, stirring constantly so it doesn’t scorch at the bottom.

  • Once it comes to a rolling boil add lemon juice while constantly stirring.

  • Continue to stir till curds form and the whey separates.

  • If the liquid is still milky, add vinegar till the liquid is greenish and translucent.

  • Once all the curds separate, strain the liquid through a strainer or muslin cloth.

  • Put a heavy pot on the cheese so it can set, or hang it to drip dry.

  • Leave it for a few hours and you will see a firm block of cheese.

  • Cut it into cubes and use fresh or freeze for the future.

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