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The Paneer Problem: Why People Love It and Use It Too Much at Weddings

Paneer—the star of Indian weddings. At big Delhi parties or small Gurgaon get-togethers, you'll see this adaptable cheese block on every wedding menu. Guests love it, vegetarians rely on it, and chefs use it to show off their skills. But let's face it, haven't we all thought, "Is there any dish at this wedding that doesn't have paneer?" As wedding food in South Delhi and other areas gets fancier, people can't seem to get enough of paneer. Let's look at why it's both the life of the party and sometimes the guest who overstays their welcome.

 

Paneer: The King of Wedding Snacks

When you think about what to serve at a wedding, paneer always takes center stage. From tandoori paneer tikka to malai paneer rolls, you'll find it first at the appetizer station. Why? Because it ticks all the boxes:

It's Vegetarian-Friendly – It fits for the uncle who believes eating non-veg on a Thursday brings bad luck.

It's Versatile – You can grill, fry, stuff, or soak paneer in gravy. Whatever you think of, paneer can handle it.

It's Fancy but Familiar – It gives a luxurious feel but doesn't frighten those who consider "exotic food" to mean butter chicken.

But we can't ignore the big issue here—paneer is everywhere. After you've had your third round of appetizers, you realize you've just eaten paneer in six different ways. Paneer tikka? Yep. Paneer spring rolls? Sure. Paneer-stuffed mushrooms?

 

When Paneer Takes Control of the Main Course

As you move to the buffet, paneer's rule continues. The gravies section looks like a battlefield of paneer dishes for weddings. Shahi paneer, paneer lababdar, paneer butter masala—the list goes on and on. You might think the chef said, "Let's give them three versions of the same dish and call it variety." When it comes to wedding catering in Gurgaon, this trend has reached new heights. You'll often see fancy twists like "Thai Green Curry Paneer" or "Paneer Stroganoff." These dishes look impressive but taste a lot like the shahi paneer you ate five minutes ago. The real issue? While paneer steals the show other tasty vegetarian options—like koftas stuffed veggies, or even a simple dal—sit in the corner forgotten.

 

Paneer in Dessert? Please, No.

Just when you think you've gotten away from the paneer parade, it shows up in dessert. Yeah, we're talking about paneer jalebis and paneer puddings. Who came up with this idea? Paneer in dessert feels like the cook's way of saying, "You thought we were finished? Guess again!"

 

Planning your wedding menu and trying to avoid "The Paneer Problem"? Here are some ideas to consider:

Keep Paneer to One or Two Dishes – Give your chef room to show off with other ingredients. Consider tandoori broccoli stuffed mushrooms, or cheesy nachos as appetizers.

Try Regional Dishes – Rather than offering generic shahi paneer why not include options like Kashmiri Chaman or Bengali chhana dalna?

Be Creative with Presentation – If paneer is a must-have, make it interesting! Paneer lollipops, paneer sliders, or paneer tacos can add a fun twist to your menu.

In the end, paneer resembles that one relative at every wedding who belts out too much karaoke—it's excessive, ubiquitous, but fun. If you're planning wedding catering in Gurgaon or collaborating with wedding caterers in South Delhi, paneer will land on your plate. So welcome paneer! But perhaps just perhaps, allow the humble kofta or mushroom to shine too. After all, weddings benefit from a mix of flavors—just like life does.

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