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Paneer is a traditional, full-fat, soft cheese used in Indian cooking. The cow is sacred to the Hindus, so paneer is a quick ripening cheese which is coagulated by the action of acid in milk and not by using rennet. This vegetarian cheese is pressed until the texture is firm, similar to tofu. A great source of protein, paneer makes an excellent meat substitute. As a result, paneer is essential to 80% of India's diet and is in many of their recipes. The cheese maintains its body in cooking and takes on the flavors it is cooked with. Paneer can be used in a wide variety of sweet and savory dishes.
Product Reviews Summary
Avg. Customer Rating:
4.7 stars
(based on 3 reviews)
100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Paneer Grande!
By Gretl from Gainesville, FL on 4/22/2008
Pros:
Absorbs taste well, Firm, Holds up in cooking, Smooth
Cons:
none
Best Uses:
In Indian cuisine
Describe Yourself:
Chef, Foodie, Health Conscious, Mom
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Perfect for addition to Indian dishes; Try it added to paneers and saags and curries. The kids love it plain, too!
Perfect Paneer
By Linda from New Hampshire on 3/27/2007
Pros:
Creamy, Delicate, Firm, Flavorful, Rich, Smooth
Best Uses:
Great in Indian Dal
Describe Yourself:
Health Conscious, Simple Tastes
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
I'm very pleased with this paneer. It's just like the paneer I enjoyed during my trips to India.
Excellent to have on hand
By Diane Cooks
from Granite Springs, NY on 2/23/2007
from Granite Springs, NY on 2/23/2007
Pros:
Durable, Good Value, High Quality
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
This is an excellent product to keep in your freezer or refrigerator if you like to cook Indian food. It comes vacuum packed so you can keep it in the refrigerator for more than a week too. Home made is always best but this is a great substitute. Makes your paneer dishes simple and authentic.