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Authentic Kadai Chicken recipe in Marathi with English Subtitles

Ingredients * 6 cups whole milk (can use 2% milk also) * ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon or lime juice * ¼ cup water METHOD: In a large heavy bottomed pot over medium-high heat, add water and milk and bring to a gentle boil. Add the lime juice or lemon and reduce heat to medium low. Bring to boil and stir until it separates from milk and curd. Remove from heat and let cool. Line a strainer with cheesecloth or fine muslin in 3 layers. Place this in a large bowl and drain the curdled milk cheese mixture. Using the ends of the gauze, spinning a ball to remove any excess whey (or liquid). Then using the ends of the gauze, tie the remaining cheese on a very tight package and press or squeeze out excess liquid. Then, hang the gauze tied over a bowl to drain for at least 2-3 hours. The liquid (or serum) can be reserved and actually used in curries and also in making deliciously soft chapathis, phulkas or roti. After the whey has been completely drained, wrap the solid paneer recipe in the cloth and place on a large baking sheet. You will have to weigh this down, using a heavy cast iron pot or pan, a pot of water or even a foiled covered brick will work. Use your imagination and creativity. After 30 minutes, your paneer is ready to use. Carefully separate the paneer and cut into 1 inch cubes, pan fry in a little oil or ghee until browned on all sides. Drain well and add to your favorite recipe paneer. Fried paneer cubes can be stored in an airtight container for 3 days in the refrigerator or several months in the freezer. Variations: Instead of lemon juice or lime, you can use 1 cup buttermilk or 1 cup plain yogurt 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar. Add the buttermilk or yogurt will give your paneer a slightly acidic taste. Use lemon or lime juice will give your paneer a wonderful citrus flavor and use a strong vinegar paneer will taste bitter. Try them all and chose your favorite method. For more information, http://www. indomunch. com