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Low-Fat Paneer (Homemade | Almost Skim)

Ingredients :

  • Milk – 1 litre (toned or skimmed)
  • Lemon juice OR vinegar – 1–2 tbsp
  • Muslin cloth / clean cotton cloth
  • Large bowl + strainer

Method:

01

STEP 1: Repeated Boiling to Remove Fat (VERY IMPORTANT)

  • Pour 1 litre milk into a heavy-bottom pan.
  • Bring to a full rolling boil.
  • Allow it to cool slightly.
  • Remove the malai (cream layer) from the top.
  • Repeat this process 3–4 times across the day.
  • Each boil removes residual fat
  • Even toned milk releases trace cream when boiled repeatedly

Method:

01

STEP 1: Repeated Boiling to Remove Fat (VERY IMPORTANT)

  • Pour 1 litre milk into a heavy-bottom pan.
  • Bring to a full rolling boil.
  • Allow it to cool slightly.
  • Remove the malai (cream layer) from the top.
  • Repeat this process 3–4 times across the day.
  • Each boil removes residual fat
  • Even toned milk releases trace cream when boiled repeatedly

02

 STEP 2: Overnight Fat Separation

  • After the final boil, let the milk cool completely.
  • Cover and leave undisturbed overnight (fridge or cool place).
  • By morning, any remaining fat will settle on top.
  • Gently skim off and discard.
  • At this stage, the milk is almost completely fat-free.

03

STEP 3: Curdling the Milk

  • Heat the milk again until hot but not violently boiling.
  • Lower the flame.
  • Add lemon juice or vinegar gradually, stirring gently.
  • Milk will separate into curds and greenish whey.
  • Switch off heat once fully curdled.

04

STEP 4: Strain & Set

  • Line a strainer with muslin cloth.
  • Pour curdled milk into it.
  • Rinse lightly with warm water (removes sour taste).
  • Tie and hang for 30–45 minutes.
  • For firmer paneer, place a light weight on top for another 30 minutes. Fresh low-fat paneer is ready

Estimated Nutrition

Low-Fat Paneer (per 100 g)

  • Calories: ~150 kcal
  • Protein: ~14–16 g
  • Fat: ~1–2 g
  • Carbohydrates: ~2–3 g

Yield & Notes

  • Yield: ~100–125 g paneer from 1 litre milk
  • Fat level: Very low (almost skim-paneer)
  • Compared to regular paneer:
  • Regular: 325–350 kcal / 20+ g fat
  • This version: ~150 kcal / 1–2 g