How To Make Paneer From Scratch? Here Are 6 Easy Steps

By Garima Johar

January 16, 2025

You must love paneer for its soft texture and versatility. But how can you get fresh and preservative-free paneer? Here’s how you can make the healthiest paneer from scratch at home.

Ingredients

6 cups full-fat milk 2 to 3 tablespoons vinegar or lemon juice

Step 1

Heat the full-fat milk till it boils. Keep stirring to avoid scorching.

Step 2

When the milk boils, add lemon juice or vinegar to the pan, the milk will curdle.

Step 3

Stir to separate the curds from the remaining liquid.

Step 4

Strain the curds using a cheesecloth and squeeze out the extra water.

Step 5

Place the cheesecloth on a flat surface and put a heavy weight on top till the paneer sets.

Step 6

Once the paneer is set, cut into cubes and use it for any of your recipes.