Can you use this in making kefir?
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It can be used for making fresh cheeses, so I don't know why it couldn't be used for kefir. Just hang it over a bowl in the same way.
492894
The proportions will show up on your package of Kefir mix. About 1/4 cup of kefir to 1 qt. warm milk. Don't think the proportions have to be very exact
654996
Well several things affect kefir making. Temperature is one of them as well as the amount of grains and milk. I would try 2 cups of milk per TBS of grains. You might have to adjust as you go along. It's more of an art than a science so just play with it and have fun.
1544270
Don;t see why not--it was designed and created for making sauerkraut and other fermented vegetables. Give it a try.
1893566
I'm not sure, i haven't started making kefir yet, its on my list. The holes fit the tip of a ballpoint pen tip in them if that helps.
201250
I use this set to strain my Kefir grains from my daily glass of Kefir; and also to strain the grains from Kefir whey when I pour it off after letting the mix ferment a few days during initial preparation... I don't know the particulars of Greek yogurt.
835590
Sorry, but i`m not used kefir for making kefir cheese. In this Sunday I will try to making kefir cheese And you may asking me results. Sorry for bad English :)
1874634
Yes. I've made apple soda and strawberry soda. Instructions come with how to make sodas, coconut milk kefir, and kefir cheese.
2217655
You can use them in goat milk right away. Milk Kefir grains can be used in just about any milk, even the soy and nut milks, although they won't "grow" well, if at all, in non-dairy milks. If your intolerance is to lactose, Kefir grains actually eat the lactose (milk sugar) and you end up with something that most lactose intolerant people can then consume.
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I can think of no reason you could not. It would blend we'll & I find it to not have a strong flavor. Hope this helps.
411181
Absolutely you can. Here's the kitchen aid video demonstration. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E3rPY0Zob9Q
440354
Yes, you should keep them refrigerated once you get them as clearly stated in the instructions in the package. I guess it's OK not refrigerating them for a short period of time. I have bought Kefir starter from a different manufacturer in Japan and they were sold unrefrigerated at a supermarket.
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Yes, but it doesn't always come out as thick; sometimes your grains will get all temperamental when you switch things up on them (like even just switching milk brands can throw them off a batch or two). I use mine to make almond milk kefir and coconut milk kefir but it only ever comes out thicker if I add a tsp or 2 of coconut sugar (separation happens regardless). Sugar and minerals are what kefir grains ultimately feed on, which is why I add a tiny amount of coconut sugar (it's rich in minerals). It's also a good idea to do milk batches every once in a while, otherwise they'll starve.
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I'm wondering if this can be used to make kefir also. So my question is, how big are the holes in the lid? I think they need to be about 1/8-in to work for straining the kefir.
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I haven't done goat milk, but the grains don't like to change from whatever medium they are used to. I would say it would take about 3-7 times of doing the kefir with your goat milk. The directions that come with it, will explain the process to you. Start checking to see if you like it starting at the 3rd time. Probably don't drink it before then.
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I don't know if it's kosher but don't see why it wouldn't be. It might depend on your using it for only milk, meat, parve etc.
654999
You can go to the sellers Facebook page for a great video that will answer your question. I use 3 cups of whole organic milk (not ULTRA pasteurized) to about 2 TBLSP of kefir grains. There are lots of great videos on youtube as well.