Did you know that you can make Paneer with Lentils?

Why buy expensive paneer from the market when you can make it at home in an economical method. Paneer is usually prepared using milk, but in this recipe we will tell you a process of making paneer without it. Made using just two super simple ingredients- dal and water, this paneer recipe is a delight to have. This Lentil Paneer has a chewy texture, packed with nutritional value, low in calories and high in protein. Do try it and home and enjoy paneer-based dishes. (all image credits-istock)

Take 1 cup of masoor dal and wash it well, at least 3-4 times. Once washed well, add it to a bowl. Fill the bowl with 1.5 cups of warm water and let it sit for about 20 minutes. Now after 20 minutes, add the dal and the water to a blender. Blend at high speed. Add ¼ cup of water, scrape the sides and again blend till you get a smooth mixture.

For the cooking process, take a non-stick pan or a stainless steel one. Pour the batter to the pan along with 1.5 cups of water. Give a good mix. Cook the mixture for 7-8 minutes and stir every minute, in order to prevent any lumps. Once the mixture thickens and turns glossy, it is ready to be set.

For setting the paneer, you need a rectangular or square glass container. Pour the batter into the glass container and level it from all sides. Cover the container with a cling film and then a lid. Set it aside and let the paneer set properly. The process will take about 6 hours.

Once set, your homemade paneer is ready to be used. All you need to do is take out the paneer slab and chop it into pieces. Store the leftover paneer in an airtight container in the fridge. This homemade paneer is perfect for paneer sabzi, stir-fries, sandwiches, wraps and more.

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