More often than not, you discover that the milk in your refrigerator has curdled only when you’re boiling it for tea or coffee. What’s the usual next step? The spoiled milk gets poured straight down the kitchen sink. But don’t throw away curdled milk! There are plenty of creative ways to make use of it. Here’s a quick guide on how to repurpose sour milk in your daily life.
Yogurt
Did you know you can make delicious yogurt from spoiled milk? Yogurt is made by fermenting milk with bacteria, so why not turn curdled milk into yogurt? To do this, strain the water from the spoiled milk and store the residue in the refrigerator. The next day, blend it well and add one or two spoonfuls of yogurt to it. Let it sit for a day, and you’ll have yummy homemade yogurt.
Buttermilk
Store-bought buttermilk can be expensive, but you can easily make it at home with curdled milk. Buttermilk is simply milk that has undergone natural fermentation. Keep the curdled milk in the fridge and use it whenever a recipe calls for buttermilk.
Paneer (Indian-style cottage cheese)
Ever wondered how to make paneer at home? Paneer is made by boiling milk and adding lime juice or vinegar to cause fermentation. The water is drained from the curdled milk, leaving behind soft paneer. With spoiled milk, you can easily create soft, tasty paneer, perfect for dishes like ‘paneer butter masala.’ No need to worry about wasted milk anymore!
Marination
Curd is commonly used to marinate chicken and other meats before cooking. You can use sour milk as a substitute for curd in your marinade, offering a similar tangy flavour.
Salad dressing
If you love creamy salad dressings, try using curdled milk as a base next time. Cream is simply fermented milk, and adding a bit of honey can create a delicious, tangy dressing for your salads.
