Composition
100% Whole Dried Paneer Doda — Withania coagulans
No added colour, flavour, preservative, filler or other ingredient when supplied as a single botanical product.
Botanical Information
- Common Name: Paneer Doda
- Other Names: Paneer Phool, Indian Cheese Maker, Indian Rennet
- Botanical Name: Withania coagulans
- Family: Solanaceae
- Plant Part: Dried Fruit
- Form: Whole Dried Fruit
- Category: Botanical / Herbal Raw Material
- Appearance: Small dried berries/fruits
- Colour: Cream, beige, yellowish to brownish depending on maturity and drying
- Aroma: Characteristic mild botanical aroma
What Is Paneer Doda?
Paneer Doda is the dried fruit of Withania coagulans. It is also popularly known as Paneer Phool in India.
The fruits have a long history of traditional use and are particularly known for their traditional application in coagulating milk, which is reflected in common names such as Indian rennet or Indian cheese maker.
The whole dried fruits are supplied in their natural botanical form and can be used according to the intended traditional or culinary application.
Product Features
- 100% whole dried Withania coagulans fruit.
- Also known as Paneer Phool.
- Whole botanical form.
- Suitable for traditional herbal and botanical applications.
- Traditionally associated with milk coagulation.
- Can be used as a botanical raw material.
- No added ingredients when supplied as a single herb.
- Natural variations in fruit size and colour may occur.
- Convenient whole form for storage and handling.
Traditional Uses
Paneer Doda has traditionally been used in Indian household and Ayurvedic practices.
One of its distinctive traditional applications is its use as a natural milk-coagulating botanical, where the dried fruits are used in traditional methods of preparing paneer and other milk preparations.
Traditional use should not be interpreted as a medical claim.
Culinary / Household Use
Traditional Milk Coagulation
Paneer Doda is traditionally associated with milk coagulation.
A small quantity of the dried fruit may be processed according to a traditional preparation method and used with milk.
Because the potency of dried fruits can vary naturally, the specific quantity and preparation method should be based on a trusted culinary formulation or product instructions.
Botanical Preparation
The dried whole fruits may also be further processed according to the intended traditional use.
Whole vs Powder
| Product | Form |
|---|---|
| Paneer Doda / Paneer Phool | Whole dried fruit |
| Paneer Doda Powder | Ground botanical powder |
| Withania coagulans | Botanical species |
This product is supplied as whole dried Paneer Doda, not powder.
Indian Regional Names
- Hindi: Paneer Doda / Paneer Phool — पनीर डोडा / पनीर फूल
- Marathi: Paneer Doda / Paneer Phool — पनीर डोडा / पनीर फूल
- Gujarati: Paneer Doda — પનીર ડોડા
- Punjabi: Paneer Doda — ਪਨੀਰ ਡੋਡਾ
- Bengali: Paneer Doda — পনীর ডোডা
- Telugu: Paneer Doda
- Tamil: Paneer Doda
- Kannada: Paneer Doda
- Malayalam: Paneer Doda
- English: Indian Rennet / Indian Cheese Maker
- Botanical: Withania coagulans
Natural Characteristics
Whole Paneer Doda may naturally vary in:
- Fruit size
- Shape
- Colour
- Surface texture
- Dryness
- Aroma
- Degree of wrinkling
Such variations are normal characteristics of a dried botanical product.
Quality Characteristics
Good-quality Paneer Doda should have:
- Correct botanical identity
- Properly dried whole fruits
- Characteristic botanical appearance
- Low foreign matter
- No visible mould
- No insect infestation
- No unusual odour
- Appropriate dryness
- Clean and hygienic packaging
- Batch traceability
Botanical Authentication
Quality identification may involve:
- Macroscopic examination
- Microscopic examination where applicable
- Botanical authentication
- Reference comparison
- Appropriate analytical testing
For commercial food/herbal applications, applicable safety and quality standards should be followed.
Storage
Store Paneer Doda:
- In a cool, dry place.
- In an airtight container.
- Away from moisture and humidity.
- Away from direct sunlight.
- Away from insects and contamination.
- Away from strong external odours.
Keep the package properly sealed after opening.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paneer Doda?
Paneer Doda is the dried whole fruit of Withania coagulans and is also commonly called Paneer Phool.
What is Paneer Phool?
Paneer Phool is a common Indian name for the dried fruit of Withania coagulans.
Is Paneer Doda the same as Ashwagandha?
No. Although both belong to the Withania genus, Paneer Doda is Withania coagulans, while Ashwagandha is generally Withania somnifera.
Can Paneer Doda be used for making paneer?
It has a traditional association with coagulating milk and is sometimes used as a natural rennet in traditional preparations.
Is this Paneer Doda powder?
No. This product is supplied as whole dried fruits.
How should Paneer Doda be stored?
Store in a cool, dry and airtight container, protected from moisture, sunlight and contamination.
Disclaimer
This information is provided for general botanical, traditional and culinary product-information purposes. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
For food or internal use, use only appropriately identified and food-grade material and follow applicable food-safety requirements. Traditional uses should not be interpreted as medical claims.
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