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Who faked my cheese? Paneer that’s merely veneer shocks many Indians
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Unbranded and crudely packaged paneer for sale at a store in India. The production and sale of such paneer has come under scrutiny with frequent reports of adulteration.
ST PHOTO: DEBARSHI DASGUPTA
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NEW DELHI – For many Indians, especially vegetarians, paneer is an indispensable part of their meal. It is a household and restaurant staple eaten in myriad ways – whether scrambled with diced onions and tomatoes or cooked with peas in a spiced gravy.
It is also a favourite quick fix for mothers who need healthy yet tasty options for their children’s nutrition.
