Strained Yogurt
Servings: 3
Prep Time: 1 day
Cook Time: 1 min
Description
Strained yogurt—also known as hung curd—is a thick, creamy base commonly used in Indian cuisine. Made by draining whey from regular yogurt through cheese cloth, this simple technique yields a versatile ingredient perfect for marinades, raitas, and desserts like shrikhand. With just a few hours in the fridge, you get a concentrated yogurt with tangy flavor and a rich, spreadable texture.
Ingredients
Dairy And Eggs
- 6 cup Whole Milk Yogurt
Nutritional
calories310
carbohydrates12g
protein13g
fat17g
Step by Step Instructions
- 1
Place the yogurt in a sieve or colander lined with 2–3 layers of cheese cloth.
- 2
Set the sieve over a bowl to catch the draining whey.
- 3
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
- 4
Once the yogurt has reduced to half its original volume, discard the whey.
- 5
Transfer the strained yogurt to a clean bowl and use as needed. Store refrigerated.
