Description
Cheese curds are small, soft lumps of curdled milk that are a delightful byproduct of the cheese-making process. They have a mild flavor and a unique, squeaky texture, making them a versatile ingredient in various dishes.
Ingredients
- Fresh cheese curds: 500 grams
- Whole milk: 1 cup
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Olive oil or butter: About 2 tablespoons for frying
- Optional herbs or spices: To taste
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Heat the milk over medium heat until it reaches about 85°F (29°C).
- Add rennet and culture to the warm milk and stir gently.
- Cut the curds into small cubes, about 1-inch in size.
- Cook the curds gradually to about 105°F (40°C) while gently stirring.
- Drain the whey using a colander.
- Rinse the curds under cold water and sprinkle with salt.
- Shape and store the cheese curds in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality milk for the best results.
- Maintain proper temperature control during the cheese-making process.
- Timing is crucial for each step to achieve the right texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Frying/Boiling
- Cuisine: American/Canadian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 100 grams
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: cheese curds, snack, appetizer, cheese-making, dairy