Make Your Own Laben (Buttermilk) – the Easier Way!

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 2

Make Your Own Laben (Buttermilk) - the Easier Way!

by The Chefin Drink

Prep

5 min

Cook

24 hrs

Ready In

24 hrs 5 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 cups whole milk
	1/4 cup fresh cultured buttermilk
	1 large mason jar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

100

Sugar

Fat

Laben, also known as buttermilk, has been a staple in many cultures for centuries. It is a tangy, slightly sour drink that is made by fermenting milk with microbial cultures. Laben can be enjoyed on its own, used as a marinade for meat, or used as a leavening agent in baking. This recipe provides an easy and cost-effective way to make laben at home using only three simple ingredients: whole milk, fresh cultured buttermilk, and a large mason jar. The homemade laben is thick and creamy and has a slightly tangy taste that is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Instructions

1.	Pour the whole milk into the mason jar.
2.	Add the cultured buttermilk and stir until well combined.
3.	Close the jar tightly and shake it vigorously for a few seconds.
4.	Leave the jar at room temperature for 12-24 hours until it thickens and develops a tangy flavor.
5.	Once the buttermilk has thickened, place it in the refrigerator to chill.
6.	Serve the laben chilled.

PROS

Making laben at home is easy and cost-effective.

It is a healthy alternative to store-bought buttermilk that often contains additives and preservatives.

CONS

The homemade laben may not have the same consistency as the store-bought buttermilk.

The taste may differ slightly from batch to batch depending on the source of the buttermilk used to culture the milk.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Laben is low in fat and calories and is a good source of protein, calcium, and vitamin B12.
It is known to aid digestion, boost the immune system, and promote bone health.