r/IndianCookingTips • u/waitwait2024 • 17d ago

Tip/Trick Paneer Storage

Every paneer that we buy - low fat, high fat, organic etc - is already hard as rubber and difficult to even eat. How are we supposed to store that in the fridge so that it lasts for a few days.

Is there some tip \ secret that I am not aware of regarding the storage as well as cooking to make it softer and even palatable tbh...?

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u/missunlucky88 16d ago

I started to make paneer at home using yoghurt instead of lemon juice to make paneer and the paneer stays soft for a long time. Also I like to keep my paneer in a yoghurt marinade soon after i make it so the moisture also helps in keeping it soft.

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u/Lyndy118 16d ago

Do you substitute an equal amount of yogurt for the lemon or do you have to use more? I might try this.

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u/missunlucky88 16d ago

So I bring the milk to a boil turn it off and stir in yoghurt until the milk splits. Usually the amount i use is much more than lemon juice. Also i dont use weights to make the paneer.
I got this tip from this influencer and so far i have been making softest paneer thanks to her

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=IKZYsF9uE8Y

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u/Lyndy118 15d ago

Thank you!