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whey soup | calcium, protein rich whey soup | low carb whey soup | healthy whey soup with paneer

Tarla Dalal
06 December, 2024
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whey soup is made from whey which is cooked in a tempering of spices to which paneer is added. Just get milk, boil it and curdle it. Separate the whey and paneer and your healthy whey soup with paneer is ready.
Don’t discard the whey the next time you make paneer. This liquid is a great source of protein , vitamins and minerals and used to make calcium, protein rich whey soup.
A soup make from whey with chunks of calcium-laden paneer will make a light, yet energy-giving healthy whey soup with paneer. Try it!
All health freaks, those aiming to lose weight, on low carb diet or even those on exercise regime can opt for this low carb soup. For vegetarians looking to cut their carbs, this low carb whey soup is the solution.
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Enjoy how to make whey soup | calcium, protein rich whey soup | low carb whey soup | healthy whey soup with paneer | with detailed step by step photos below.
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Preparation Time
10 Mins
Cooking Time
5 Mins
Total Time
15 Mins
Makes
4 servings
Ingredients
For Whey Soup
2 tsp oil
1 1/2 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
3 cups whey
salt and to taste
2 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania)
1/2 cup paneer (cottage cheese) cubes
Method
- To make whey soup, heat the oil in a deep non-stick pan and add the cumin seeds.
- When the seeds crackle, add the green chillies, whey, salt and pepper, mix well and bring to boil.
- Add the paneer and coriander, mix well and simmer for 30 seconds.
- Serve the whey soup hot.
- 1 1/2 ltrs of milk gives 4 cups of whey.
Whey Soup ( Calcium Rich Recipe ) recipe with step by step photos
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To make the whey soup | calcium, protein rich whey soup | low carb whey soup | healthy whey soup with paneer , heat the oil in a deep non-stick pan. Using whey in soups is an innovative idea to incorporate this protein rich liquid in your diet. This is the leftover liquid that remains during cheese making, especially cottage cheese, and it will be an absolute waste to throw it out.
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Once the oil is hot, add the cumin seeds.
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When the seeds crackle, add the green chillies. We have used slit green chillies but you can even finely chop them. You can also add curry leaves if you want.
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Now add the whey. Whey is filled with milk protein and is very helpful for people trying to gain muscle mass.
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Now add the salt to taste.
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Also add the pepper to the Whey soup. It gives a strong, peppery flavor to the soup.
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Mix well and bring the whey soup to a boil.
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Finally add the paneer to this. This makes the Whey soup even healthier to consume.
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Finally add the coriander for a fresh, herby taste, mix whey soup | calcium, protein rich whey soup | low carb whey soup | healthy whey soup with paneer well and simmer for 30 seconds.
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Serve Whey soup hot with Multigrain bread.
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To make the whey soup | calcium, protein rich whey soup | low carb whey soup | healthy whey soup with paneer , heat the oil in a deep non-stick pan. Using whey in soups is an innovative idea to incorporate this protein rich liquid in your diet. This is the leftover liquid that remains during cheese making, especially cottage cheese, and it will be an absolute waste to throw it out.
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- Whey soup is best served with a choice of healthy breads like
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To make whey at home recipe, rinse a deep non-stick pan with ¼ cup of water and quickly simmer it for 2-3 minutes. This will prevent milk from scorching as the water forms a protective layer between the pan and milk. This is generally done in stainless steel pans but, if you have an old non-stick pan it is advisable to make this extra effort so that the milk does not burn.
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Rotate the pan in a clockwise motion, so the water spreads evenly in the pan. Discard the water and pour 2 liters of full fat-milk.
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Bring it to a boil on medium high flame. This would take around 8 to10 minutes.
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Stir it occasionally to avoid milk from sticking to the bottom of the pan or browning. It is always better to use a wooden flat spoon because
- It doesn’t get heated up easily.
- If u place it horizontally over the vessel in such a way that it touches 2 opposite edges, it will prevent the milk from falling off the edges of the pan after the milk is boiled.
- While the milk is boiling, we will assemble the strainer. Take a bowl and place a strainer on top of it.
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While the milk is boiling, we will assemble the strainer. Take a bowl and place a strainer on top of it.
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Arrange a muslin cloth or clean cheesecloth, thin napkin over it. Keep aside.
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When it starts boiling, switch off the flame and wait for 1 minute. The milk should be boiling hot before you add the acidic substance to speed up the process of curdling.
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Add the lemon juice gradually, while stirring gently and wait for 2 minutes. Always add the acid (lemon juice or vinegar) only after the milk has boiled completely.
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Stir the milk and check if the milk has curdled completely.
- If the milk has not begun to curdle, add more lemon juice.
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Let it stand for a few seconds. Once the milk has curdled completely, it will look like this. The greenish watery whey has separated.
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Strain using a clean muslin cloth.
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Fold all the 4 sides of the muslin cloth and twirl it gently so that all the whey that is in the milk solids gets evenly drained out. Whey is ready to be used for Whey Soup.
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To make whey at home recipe, rinse a deep non-stick pan with ¼ cup of water and quickly simmer it for 2-3 minutes. This will prevent milk from scorching as the water forms a protective layer between the pan and milk. This is generally done in stainless steel pans but, if you have an old non-stick pan it is advisable to make this extra effort so that the milk does not burn.
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Whey Soup – A low carb high protein soup. Not filled with fiber and carbs but protein – that’s what defines this Whey Soup. With not too many calories, this whey soup is great way to feel full the tastier way. Just get milk, boil it and curdle it. Separate the whey and paneer and your health bowl is ready. Do not miss out on the tempering, as that adds a very powerful flavour to this soup. All health freaks, those aiming to lose weight, on low carb diet or even those on exercise regime can opt for this low carb soup. A bowl of antioxidant rich sald with this soup can in reality make a healthy dinner.
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Whey Soup – A low carb high protein soup. Not filled with fiber and carbs but protein – that’s what defines this Whey Soup. With not too many calories, this whey soup is great way to feel full the tastier way. Just get milk, boil it and curdle it. Separate the whey and paneer and your health bowl is ready. Do not miss out on the tempering, as that adds a very powerful flavour to this soup. All health freaks, those aiming to lose weight, on low carb diet or even those on exercise regime can opt for this low carb soup. A bowl of antioxidant rich sald with this soup can in reality make a healthy dinner.
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Q. Whey made by curdling milk.. Whey made by hanging curds.. Are both the same whey?
A. No, both are different. But curdling milk, you get whey. This is the water separated by boiling and curdling. By hanging curds, you get plain water in the curd.
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Q. Whey made by curdling milk.. Whey made by hanging curds.. Are both the same whey?
Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
Energy | 76 cal |
Protein | 2.5 g |
Carbohydrates | 1.5 g |
Fiber | 0.1 g |
Fat | 6.6 g |
Cholesterol | 0 mg |
Sodium | 0.9 mg |
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Sachin Singh
March 13, 2025, midnight
we shall thank ful to Tarla ji, if all recipes should be available in Hindi. This would be great help for Hindi speaking peoples of India.

Tarla Dalal
March 13, 2025, midnight
Hi Sachin, Happy to know you have liked the recipe. Do try more recipes and give us your feedback. We are trying our level best to translate recipes in the Hindi language. Happy Cooking!!?

Akhil
March 13, 2025, midnight
Whey made by curdling milk.. Whey made by hanging curds.. Are both the same whey?

Tarla Dalal
March 13, 2025, midnight
No, both are different. But curdling milk, you get whey. This is the water separated by boiling and curdling. By hanging curds, you get plain water in the curd.

loves cooking
March 13, 2025, midnight
Simple yet protein packed recipe. It makes use of whey which is normally discarded by people after making paneer. Taste is mainly from the cumin seeds and coriander. Have it on days when you are in a mood of having a light and healthy meal.

Sumit
March 13, 2025, midnight
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Hannah
March 13, 2025, midnight
I usually discard the whey water after preparing paneer.I tried this recipe and it came out really tasty,for a twist I added tomato and garlic.My family enjoyed it.

Foodie #679354
March 13, 2025, midnight
Tastes super.. Loved it!! I tried it three times in 2 weeks, once I also added finely chopped garlic..which also tasted Gr8. Thank you for the delicious soup recipe.