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6 different ways to identify Fake Paneer at Home
6 different ways to identify Fake Paneer at HomeFake Paneer has raised many eyebrows ever since an influencer tasted a paneer cube at Gauri Khan's Torii, and it turned out to be synthetic paneer.
Fake PaneerAs per food safety authorities quoted by reports, paneer is the most adulterated food product in India.
Texture TestReal paneer is Soft, crumbly, and easily breaks, but Fake Paneer is rubbery, chewy, and may not crumble easily.
Hot Water TestDrop a cube into hot water. If it turns rubbery or leaves an oily film, it could be synthetic.
Water TestDrop a cube of paneer in a glass of water. If it floats or dissolves, it is fake, but if it sinks to the bottom, it is real paneer.
Burn Test Burn a small piece pf paneer and if it smells like plastic, it likely contains synthetic compounds, hence it is fake paneer.
FSSAI CertificationAlways check for the FSSAI certification and manufacturing details on the packaging.