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(602) Home made Masala Paneer

Ingredients

  • 1 litre milk.
  • 3 tbsp. Curd.
  • ¼ cup water.
  • 1 tbsp. Oregano.
  • 1 tbsp. Chilli flakes.
  • 1 tsp. Salt.

Method

  1. Wash the steel sauce pan with potable water, add 2 tbsp water(we add water because while heating the milk, particles of milk won’t settle and stick to the bottom of the pan) and heat milk in it.
  2. Simultaneously churn the curd with water and make smooth buttermilk.
  3. When milk starts boiling, add salt, Chilli flakes and Origano powder. Then switch to slow flame and start adding butter milk. Slowly and gradually while stirring continuously. When you finish the buttermilk, switch off the flame and keep aside for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Simultaneously wash the paneer box, spread muslin cloth in it and arrange the box on an empty vessel. So that expressed liquid can be collected in that pan.This liquid is called whey protein. You can use it in kneading dough for paratha or thepla  
  5. Put some heavy load so that water in the paneer gets easily expressed out.
  6. After 1 hour masala paneer is ready to use.
  7. Take out the slab from the paneer box. Cut it into desired pieces and use with gravy or in making paratha or as you wish.
  8. Served with love and smile.
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By Rajeshree Gandhi

Life is a journey of evolving roles, each with its own beauty and wisdom. From the structured world of academia to the ever-evolving realm of homemaking, I have embraced each phase with passion and grace. When my children settled into their own lives, I found myself with a renewed sense of purpose—to document and share the wealth of knowledge I have gathered over the years.

During the lockdown, I realized that my experiences in cooking, home remedies, and life’s simple yet profound lessons could serve as a source of inspiration for others. Meticulously and with great concern for the palate, gut health, overall well-being, and the emotional gratification of savoring each preparation, I began crafting a collection of love-filled, cherished recipes, time-tested remedies, and stories woven with warmth and wisdom.

I write under the name "Rajeshree's Kitchen", where I share detailed recipes—the kind that provide exact measurements for ingredients like salt and water, which are often left to personal interpretation in most other kitchen blogs. Additionally, I include practical tips with clear reasons behind them, ensuring that every piece of advice is rooted in understanding and experience. My aim is to make cooking approachable yet precise, helping readers not just recreate dishes but truly connect with the joy of cooking.

This endeavor is my way of preserving traditions, sharing insights, and connecting with those who seek both knowledge and comfort in life's everyday moments.

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