How To Make Paneer At Home?

Producer: Swati Chaturvedi

Gather milk and an acidic agent like lemon juice or vinegar.

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Heat milk until it comes to a gentle boil.

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Add lemon juice or vinegar, stirring until the milk curdles.

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Once curdled, strain the mixture through a muslin cloth.

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Once curdled, strain the mixture through a muslin cloth.

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Once drained, shape the paneer into a block or desired form.

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Refrigerate the paneer for a few hours to firm it up.

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Refrigerate the paneer for a few hours to firm it up.

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