Ingredients

Paneer

The ingredient

Paneer is a premium cheese common in South Asian cuisine. It is made by curdling hot milk with an acid like lemon juice or vinegar. Paneer has a mild, milky flavor and a firm texture that holds its shape when cooked, making it a great candidate for grilling.

The benefits

Paneer is cooling and nourishing, used in Ayurveda for balancing pitta (fire and water) and vata (air and space) doshas (energies or substances). It’s often used in Ayurvedic diets to provide protein and enhance vitality. Some research studies have supported possible benefits of paneer including:

• Building strong bones with calcium and vitamin D
• Supporting brain health with omega-3 fatty acids
• Building strong muscles with protein

Cooking

We use paneer in many of our dishes, including:

• Paneer Tikka
• Paneer Kurma
• Paneer Tikka Masala
• Saag Paneer