paneer

noun

A fresh cheese made by curdling milk with lemon juice or vinegar, commonly used in Indian cuisine.

Usage: Also spelled 'panir'; Widely used in South Asian cooking

Examples

Paneer is a staple ingredient in Indian vegetarian dishes.
She prepared palak paneer, a spinach and cheese curry, for dinner.
The paneer was cut into cubes and marinated in yogurt and spices.
Paneer tikka is a popular appetizer at Indian restaurants.
Unlike mozzarella, paneer does not melt when heated, making it ideal for grilling.