ਪਨੀਰ

Definition

Fresh cheese cubes — shahi paneer and paneer tikka are crowd favorites.

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Etymology

'ਪਨੀਰ' (paneer) comes from the Persian word 'پنیر' (panir), meaning cheese. Its introduction to Indian cuisine involved blending dairy practices from Central Asia.

How & Where It’s Used

'ਪਨੀਰ' is widely used in both spoken and written contexts. It is particularly respected in vegetarian Punjabi households and in various restaurant menus.

Literary Heritage

Commonly found in Punjabi poetry and religious texts as a symbol of cultural richness.

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