Overview

• YouTuber Sarthak Sachdeva's viral video accused Gauri Khan's Torii restaurant of serving 'fake paneer' based on an iodine test reaction.
• Torii Mumbai clarified that the iodine test result was due to soy-based starch in the dish, reaffirming the authenticity of their paneer.
• Chef Vikas Khanna criticized the claim as 'terrible misinformation,' explaining that iodine reacts with starch in common ingredients, not just synthetic paneer.
• Experts warn that genuine food safety risks exist with synthetic paneer, which may contain harmful chemicals like urea or detergent.
• Nutritionists recommend simple home tests and sourcing paneer from trusted, FSSAI-certified suppliers to ensure quality and safety.