Is paneer halal?
Yes. Paneer is a fresh cheese made by curdling milk with an acid like lemon juice or vinegar, so it contains no meat and no animal rennet, which makes it halal by nature. The honest caveat is the kitchen around it: paneer fried in shared oil or cooked beside non-halal meat can be a concern. That is why certification of the whole kitchen matters more than the ingredient.
Paneer at Passage to India
Our entire kitchen in Niagara Falls is HMA-certified Zabiha halal, so every paneer dish is halal from the milk to the masala. All are $16.99:
- Paneer Tikka Masala: the creamy crowd favourite.
- Palak Paneer: paneer in silky spinach.
- Shahi Paneer: the royal, nutty, cream-rich version.
- Paneer Karahi: tomato, green chili and wok heat.
- Chili Paneer: the Indo-Chinese stir-fry.
- Paneer Pakoras (8 pcs), $13.99: battered and fried to order.
Is paneer vegetarian?
Yes, paneer is vegetarian. It is dairy, so it is not vegan, but it is the protein that makes an Indian vegetarian table feel complete. For events, the paneer party trays are $30, and every dish above is on our online ordering for pickup and delivery.
Frequently asked questions
Is paneer halal?
Yes. Paneer is a vegetarian fresh cheese made with an acid rather than animal rennet, so it is halal. At Passage to India it is also prepared in a fully HMA-certified halal kitchen.
Is paneer vegetarian or vegan?
Paneer is vegetarian but not vegan, because it is made from milk.
How much are paneer dishes at Passage to India?
Every paneer curry, from paneer tikka masala to shahi paneer, is $16.99, and paneer pakoras are $13.99.
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