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Mongolian Homemade Yogurt

Cultural Context

Mongolian homemade yogurt, or Airag, has deep roots in nomadic traditions, providing essential nutrition in a harsh climate. This yogurt is often enjoyed as a refreshing snack or dessert, embodying the pastoral lifestyle of Mongolia. Today, variations exist worldwide, with people experimenting with flavors and ingredients, yet the essence of homemade yogurt remains cherished.

MongolianMNother
120 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 cups milk
2 tablespoons yogurt starter culture
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
to taste fruit (optional)
to taste honey (optional)
to taste nuts (optional)

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: powdered milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while powdered milk is often less expensive.

yogurt starter culture

🥗Healthier: live probiotic capsules

💰Cheaper: store-bought yogurt

Probiotic capsules provide similar benefits, while store-bought yogurt can be more accessible.

1

Heat milk in a pot over medium heat until steaming, but not boiling.

2

Remove the pot from heat and let it cool to lukewarm temperature.

3

Stir in yogurt starter culture until fully dissolved.

4

Cover the pot with a clean cloth and place it in a warm spot to ferment for 6-12 hours.

5

Check the yogurt for thickness; it should be set and tangy.

6

Once fermented, stir in sugar, salt, and vanilla extract if desired.

7

Transfer the yogurt to clean jars and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

8

Serve with fruit, honey, or nuts if desired.

Cooking Techniques

fermentation

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Mongolian YogurtHomemade Airag

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