Description
Learn how to make thick strained yogurt at home with this simple recipe. Straining yogurt gives it a creamy texture and a tangy flavor, perfect for enjoying on its own or as a base for dips.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 4 cups plain whole milk yogurt (or low-fat if preferred)
- cheesecloth or a clean thin kitchen towel
- fine mesh strainer
- large bowl
Instructions
- Prepare Straining Setup: Place a fine mesh strainer over a large bowl. Line the strainer with a double layer of cheesecloth or a clean, thin kitchen towel.
- Strain Yogurt: Pour the yogurt into the lined strainer and gently spread it out. Cover the top with the overhanging cloth or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or up to overnight.
- Transfer and Store: After straining, transfer the thickened yogurt to an airtight container. Discard the whey or reserve it for other uses like smoothies or baking.
Notes
- Straining time determines consistency: 4 hours for Greek-style, overnight for ultra-thick yogurt.
- Flavor variations: Add honey, fruit purée, or herbs to the strained yogurt for different tastes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment, Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
