Description
A creamy and thick yogurt, perfect for use in dips, sauces, or as a topping for various dishes.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups full-fat plain yogurt
- Cheesecloth or a clean kitchen towel
- A bowl (to collect the whey)
Instructions
- Place a cheesecloth or clean kitchen towel over a fine mesh strainer or colander. Ensure it is large enough to catch all the liquid.
- Pour the plain yogurt into the cloth-lined strainer, ensuring that it is spread evenly.
- Place the strainer over a large bowl to catch the whey (the liquid that drains from the yogurt).
- Cover the yogurt with a clean kitchen towel and place it in the refrigerator to strain for 4-6 hours or overnight, depending on how thick you want the yogurt.
- Once the yogurt has reached your desired thickness, discard the whey or save it for other uses like smoothies.
- Transfer the strained yogurt into a clean container and refrigerate until ready to use.
Notes
- For an even thicker consistency, allow the yogurt to strain for 8-12 hours.
- Strained yogurt can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- If you prefer a sweeter version, you can add honey or fruit to the strained yogurt before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg