One of the easiest ways to make mozzarella cheese at home using just two ingredients.
Mozzarella cheese Benefits –
Mozzarella cheese is one of the healthiest cheese with low sodium and calories. It contains probiotic that helps to strengthen the immune system and fight infections. HEALTHY 5 MIN BREAKFAST – 3 INGREDIENTS OATS PANCAKES RECIPE ( VIDEO)
You will need –
- Full fat raw milk – 1 litre
- Vinegar – 4 tbsp
Use raw milk that is unpasteurized or low pasteurized and a good quality white vinegar. The first step is to heat the raw milk on a very low flame for 2-3 mins. Dip your finger to check if the milk is lukewarm or until the milk reaches 32ºC/90ºF.
Once the milk is warm, turn off the flame and slowly add in the vinegar a little amount at a time and stir it in gently to combine it with the milk.
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Close the pan and let it rest for 10 mins or until thick curd is formed. Collect the curds and squeeze off the excess water from it.
Take a bowl with hot water and add 1 tsp of salt to it. Place the curds in the water for 2-3 mins, remove from the hot water and gently knead and roll the curds into a ball. Repeat this process 3-4 times, placing the curds back in the hot water and kneading and rolling until u have smooth and soft cheese.
Take another bowl of cold water and in few ice cubes in it. Now place the rolled cheese into the bowl and let it rest for 3-5 mins.
Remove the cheese, squeeze off the excess water and place it in a air-tight container for 2-3 hours before use. READ MORE – TURMERIC WATER benefits – for weight loss, clear skin, and more
Slice the cheese or grate it on your pizza or pasta.
Tips – If the milk is too hot then the cheese turns into paneer ( cottage cheese) which u can use to make yummy dishes like palak paneer.