Paneer Maker – Square Mould with Pressing Plate | Stainless Steel

Annam's Paneer Maker is a square paneer mould made of stainless steel sheet, with drain holes on the bottom and sides and a pressing plate on top. Pour in the curdled milk, press it down with the plate and the whey drains out through the holes, leaving a neat, even block of fresh paneer (பனீர் / पनीर) that is easy to cut into cubes.

Best for: fresh homemade paneer for paneer butter masala, palak paneer, paneer tikka and bhurji. Also works for tofu.

Sizes

• Small: 10 x 10 x 4 cm (4 x 4 x 1.5 inch), makes about 200 g of paneer
• Medium: 11.5 x 11.5 x 4.5 cm (4.5 x 4.5 x 1.75 inch), makes about 300 g of paneer
• Large: 12.5 x 12.5 x 5 cm (5 x 5 x 2 inch), makes about 500 g of paneer

Sizes are approximate, ±0.5 inch. Light in weight and easy to handle.

Make paneer butter masala and paneer tikka with our Garam Masala Powder.

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What's included

• Square paneer mould with drain holes on the bottom and sides
• Pressing plate

Cloth is not included. Our Idli Cloth works well for lining the mould.

Why choose Annam's

• Drain holes on the bottom and sides let the whey run out quickly
• Pressing plate gives a firm, even block that cuts into neat cubes
• Stainless steel sheet, no plastic touching your food
• Three sizes, from 200 g to 500 g of paneer

How to use

Boil milk and curdle it with lemon juice or vinegar. Line the paneer maker with a thin cotton cloth, such as our Idli Cloth, and pour in the curdled milk. Fold the cloth over, place the pressing plate on top and press it down. Keep a weight on the plate for 30–45 minutes while the whey drains through the holes, then take out the paneer block and cut it into cubes.

Care

Wash with mild soap and warm water soon after use, clearing the drain holes. Avoid steel wool, and dry fully before storing.

Frequently asked questions

How much paneer does it make?
About 200 g in the Small, 300 g in the Medium and 500 g in the Large.

Do you have a 1 kg paneer maker?
No. Our largest size makes about 500 g of paneer at a time.

Is a cloth included?
No. Line the mould with a thin cotton cloth. Our Idli Cloth works well.

How do I make paneer with it?
Curdle hot milk with lemon juice or vinegar, pour it into the cloth-lined mould, place the pressing plate on top and press for 30–45 minutes.

Can I make tofu in it?
Yes, it works the same way for tofu.

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