Paneer, Indian fresh cheese

Paneer is a fresh Indian cheese made by curdling milk with lemon juice or vinegar. It has a mild flavour, firm texture and does not melt when cooked, making it ideal for Indian cuisine.

Paneer is the cornerstone of Indian vegetarian cooking, from paneer butter masala through palak paneer to paneer tikka. At home it can be made from milk in about 30 minutes. In Indian culture it is regarded as a more luxurious ingredient.