Protein In Curd

As Indians, we all have tasted curd at some point. Curd is a staple for raita, lassi, and curd rice serves people in all parts of India. It is highly nutritious and a good source of protein. Alongside, curd is also a storehouse of B-2, Calcium, B-12, potassium and magnesium.

In this article beneath, we will discuss multiple health benefits of eating of curd as well as the amount of protein in curd—

How To Produce Firm Curd In The Comfort Of Home?

I understand making perfect curd at home can be tough. It either becomes too sour or is left too watery. I regularly consume curd. And I prefer consuming homemade curds. 

Here is my homemade curd recipe to make fresh, thick, and nutritious curd. Making curd at home is no rocket science. Follow these simple tips to make smooth, thick, well-set curd at home with ease.

Ingredients

• 1/2-litre milk
• 2 teaspoon starter curd

Instruction

• Boil the milk first. Then simmer the milk for 2-3 minutes and then put the flame off.
• Let the milk cool down. We need warm milk. Dip your pinky in the milk and check the temperature. If it feels warm, and not hot, we have achieved the right temperature.
• Add the starter to the milk and stir it well, so that it completely dissolves in the milk.
• Now pour the milk with curd culture into the clay pots meant for the setting of curds.
• Leave it as it is for 5-7 hours
•  Your curd is set and done.

What Should I Consume? Milk Or Curd?

Milk and curd barely differ in their nutritional values. However, doctors and nutritionists still prescribe that curd has an upper hand over milk as far as the nutrition of both is concerned. 

Curd has a few unique properties to keep the gut healthy. 

Curd keeps the gut healthy and prevents infection. The curd is easier to digest compared to milk.

It is recommended for people suffering from bloating, constipation, arthritis, or asthma to avoid curd and stick to milk. 

However, healthy people can safely consume curd on a daily basis.  

Kids should be given both, milk and curd, in the right proportions— as they are at a growing age and require both dairy products.

Can I eat curd if I am lactose intolerant?

Generally, people who cannot drink milk are basically lactose intolerant. When one eats yoghurt, the bacterial cultures can help break down the lactose present in it. 

But the same does not happen for frozen yoghurt. It doesn’t contain enough live cultures and bacteria, which means it can cause problems for people who are lactose intolerant. However, you can always choose lactose-free yoghurt, if you’re highly intolerant to lactose.

That’s all. I myself add my whey to curd and mix it with lots and lots of fruits. Make a fruit custard and enjoy the treat. You can also, try the same. I use stevia for sweetening it. 

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