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Tossed and Turned Paneer

So this is one of those times when I open the fridge and I have a few sorry vegetables at the bottom of the crisper, nothing that you can make a whole dish out of. I wanted some protein - but didn't have any that matched up to my ingredients. So I finally pulled out my emergency ration of paneer. I freeze it when I buy it - for just such an occasion. It is good for about six months or so. Now the dilemma was - how do I cook it! I am starting to hate cooking the "curry" way. I wanted something different. So this is what I came up with - ENJOY! For those of you wondering what paneer is - its the Indian version of cottage cheese and you can get it in any Indian or Pakistani store.  You will need 1 packet paneer (about 250 grams) 1 large red onion 2 cloves of garlic Salt to taste You will also need 1 tsp dried thyme (crushed) 2 tbsp chopped coriander  2 tbsp oil for cooking And then.... In a large non-reactive bowl mix the following: 2    tbsp white vineg