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Introduction

Paneer perfect

Pumpkin seeds

Where do we get pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds? Anand

Pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds are available at Variety Stores, MG road, Secunderabad.

Non-smelly ghee

Is there any way I can avoid the foul smell while making ghee?

Raghav Kumar

The foul smell of ghee can be avoided by using betel leaves while making ghee. It gives pleasant aroma as well as increases the shelf life.

Bakes and cakes

What is the ideal time to cook cakes that come pre mixed? How much time should I bake a fruitcake for? Surya,

Begumpet

Normally temperature and baking time is mentioned on the packet of the premix as it differs from brand to brand. For a fruit cake the temperature is between 180 to 200 C and time is between 30 to 45 minutes depending on the content of the premix.

Perfect Paneer

In restaurants, I see paneer in neat cubes but can never manage to get it in cubes when I make paneer at home. First of all use full cream milk. Make sure to add water with lemon juice while curdling the milk, so the temperature is not too high which makes the chenna rubbery. Make sure that the whey is oozed out completely before setting the paneer. Put heavy object on the chenna and let it rest for 2 to 3 hours. Try making paneer at home two-three times before you make it perfect.

PRADEEP KHOSLA

Executive Chef, Taj Krishna

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