DRAINED YOGURT
Yogurt can be drained of much of its water content, resulting in a thick, creamy product known in the Middle East as labna (or labne). Drained yogurt is like a moist, fresh, tangy cheese (and is sometimes referred to as yogurt cheese), and makes a great spread or dip. In Turkey and the Middle East there are a number of dips and salad dressings that begin with drained yogurt, to which pureed garlic and chopped fresh herbs are added. It's mixed with chopped cucumbers for salads (coming up in these recipes), even mixed with chopped dried apricots for a sweet and tangy dip.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Time 2h10m
Yield 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 1
Steps:
- Line a strainer with a double thickness of cheesecloth and set it over a bowl. Place the yogurt in the strainer and refrigerate for at least 2 hours and preferably 4 hours or longer. Transfer to a covered container and refrigerate. Serve as a spread, dip, as a topping for rice, or as the base for a salad dressing.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 154, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 4 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 172 milligrams, Sugar 17 grams
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Nicholas Fernandez
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been looking for a good yogurt recipe for a long time and this one is perfect.
Haddye Nyang
[email protected]This is my go-to yogurt recipe. It's easy to make and the yogurt is always delicious.
Caleb Freeze
[email protected]I've been making yogurt with this recipe for years and it's always perfect. I love that I can control the ingredients and make it exactly how I like it.
Amir Ansari
[email protected]This is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the yogurt turns out great.
Gamers Zone
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of yogurt, but I tried this recipe and I was pleasantly surprised. The yogurt was thick and creamy, and it had a mild flavor that I really enjoyed.
Light 1
[email protected]This recipe is a lifesaver! I used to buy yogurt all the time, but now I can make my own at home for a fraction of the cost.
Chrispus Alibeihayo
[email protected]I love this yogurt! It's so thick and creamy, and it has a great tangy flavor. I use it in everything from smoothies to dips to sauces.
Sahab Koko
[email protected]This is a great recipe for making yogurt at home. It's easy to follow and the yogurt turns out delicious. I've been using this recipe for years and I've never been disappointed.
Mattie Hogg
[email protected]I was so excited to try this recipe, but I was disappointed with the results. The yogurt was thin and watery, and it didn't have much flavor. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong.
Murphy Kester
[email protected]This is the best yogurt recipe I've ever tried. The yogurt is so thick and creamy, and it has a slightly tangy flavor that I love. I've used it in smoothies, parfaits, and even as a topping for grilled chicken.
Yamileth Rivera Armenta
[email protected]I love how easy this recipe is. It only takes a few minutes to prepare, and then you just let the yogurt drain overnight. In the morning, you have a delicious, thick yogurt that's perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Ssendago Francis
[email protected]This recipe is foolproof! I've made it countless times and it always turns out perfect. The yogurt is thick and creamy, and it's perfect for use in dips, sauces, or even as a topping for fruit.