9 hacks to spot synthetic paneer in a flash

Texture test Real paneer has a firm, yet soft texture. Mash some paneer with your hands and if it turns rubbery, then it is synthetic.

Colour test Pour some water into a pan and add paneer to it. Now add some iodine tincture to it. If it changes to blue, then it is fake.

Taste test Before buying a paneer, make sure to taste it as the synthetic ones have a sour taste.

Smell test Due to the chemicals present in synthetic paneer, it smells like chemicals while the real one has a mild dairy smell.

Oil test Real paneer doesn’t leave oil behind in comparison to the synthetic one, which leaves much oil behind due to starch present in it.

Cooking test While cooking, the natural one maintains its shape, while other variants break apart.

Moisture test When pressed, the real one releases moisture while the fake one doesn’t.

Source test If you’re purchasing from the market, consider buying from reputable brands or trusted shops that are committed to providing quality products.

Ingredients test Always check the label before buying. Real paneer contains minimal ingredients like milk and curd while the fake one contains various additives.

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