Context: Consumer Affairs Ministry may issue guidelines for mandatory disclosure by hotels/restaurants when analogue paneer is used in dishes.
What is Analogue Paneer?
A paneer substitute that mimics the look and taste of traditional paneer.
Cheaper alternative, often used without informing customers.
FSSAI Regulations:
Defined as a product where milk constituents are fully or partially replaced with non-dairy ingredients.
Ingredients:
Includes emulsifiers, starch, and vegetable oils.
Traditional paneer is made by curdling milk using lemon juice or vinegar.
Concerns:
Health risks from low-quality oils and additives.
Lack of transparency in food labeling and disclosure.
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