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Yogurt
What is Yogurt?
• Bacterial fermentation of milk
• Lactobacillus acidophilus bacteria
consume the sugar in milk (lactose) and
produce lactic acid
• Lactic acid gives yogurt a tangy flavor,
coagulates the milk proteins, and
preserves the yogurt
How is Yogurt Made?
• Milk is scalded (heated to just below its
boiling point)
– Kills off undesirable bacteria
– Unfolds proteins in the milk
• Add bacteria culture (Lactobacillus)
• Incubate for several hours
• Cool down and enjoy!
Is Yogurt Nutritious?
• High in:
– Protein
– Calcium
– Riboflavin
– Vitamin B6 & B12
• Many people who are lactose-intolerant
can eat yogurt
• May aid in digestive tract health
Yogurt Varieties
• Cacik – cold soups made with cucumbers, yogurt,
and spices (Turkey)
• Rahmjoghurt – creamy yogurt with high fat
content (Germany)
• Zabadi – made from water buffalo milk (Egypt)
• Raita – side dish with herbs and spices (South
Asia and India)
• Dahi – often used for religious rituals (India)
• Tzatziki – used as a condiment in gyros (Greece)