Yogurt is not successful today, whether to be consumed pure, as well as accompanying fruits, cereals or simply being an ingredient of various recipes. But for a while now, a specific type has stood out, being present in large quantities in most supermarkets in the country: Greek yogurt.
This yogurt is made from the same ingredients as natural yogurt, but receives the addition of muslin, a substance that does not let the recipe curdle at high temperatures and, moreover, as the serum is removed, its consistency becomes more creamy.
Patrícia Cruz, personal diet, MSc in Health Sciences, School of Public Health, University of São Paulo (USP), member of the Department of Nutrition, Brazilian Association for the Study of Obesity and Metabolic Syndrome (ABESO), specialist in nutrition and eating disorders. , explains that Greek yogurt is obtained from protein concentrate (whey), skim milk, sour cream. ? However, it goes through a process of? Desorption? bigger, becoming thicker and creamy. Has even higher concentration of protein and fat ?, says.
The product is already very popular in other countries, such as the United States, but in Brazil, although it is gaining more and more prominence, it is still new to many people. Below you will find delicious to make your own Greek yogurt at home, and know more about its main features.
10 Greek Yogurt Recipes to Make at Home
1. Homemade Greek Yogurt: The first step is to prepare the basic yogurt recipe and then remove some of the whey to make it more consistent and creamy. You'll need a deep bowl-type container, a sieve, and a clean, thin cotton towel.
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2. Practical Greek yogurt: In supermarkets, Greek yogurt is more expensive than the regular version, and has more calories. This homemade recipe is delicious, cheap and easy to make. It takes sweetener, but if you need yogurt to prepare salty dishes just do not add this ingredient.
3. Special Greek Yogurt: It has a thick layer of fat on top (a delicious cheese) and creamy underneath. Good choice to put the fruit on the plate! With honey still, becomes a delicious dessert!
4. Whole milk yogurt with milk powder: delicious, can be eaten with fruits, jellies, cereals, granola, jellies or even in the preparation of sauces, breads, pies and cakes.
5. Greek yogurt with cream and condensed milk: You will use milk, cream, plain yogurt and condensed milk. The result is a right-sized sweet Greek yogurt, much creamier and cheaper than those found in supermarkets.
6. Greek yogurt with sweetener and vanilla: In addition to light, it is very healthy, free of preservatives and colorings. You'll need warm milk, natural whole yogurt, sweetener and vanilla essence.
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7. Greek yogurt with strawberry syrup: With wonderful texture and flavor, this Greek yogurt carries a delicious unsweetened strawberry syrup. It also serves as the basis for several other recipes.
8. Greek fake yogurt with burnt coconut and ginger syrup: Preparation is easy and the yield is four portions. You'll need fresh grated coconut, sugar, water, grated ginger, dried curds, unsweetened natural yogurt and honey.
9. Greek yogurt with vanilla, honey and fruit syrup: it is delicious and yields a lot. Although the recipe is laborious (time consuming), it is not difficult to make. You will basically use milk, plain yogurt, peaches and sugar.
10. Lactose-free Greek yogurt: Great tip for those who can't consume lactose. For this recipe you will use lactose-free milk, lactose-free plain yogurt, a large pan, pasta rack and a thin cloth to drain off.
Patricia points out that Greek yogurt can be considered a healthy food, as it has a good concentration of protein and calcium. The problem is that some of the products for sale today have many preservatives and additives that can be harmful to health.
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So how about preparing your own Greek? Choose your favorite recipe and delight in the wonderful texture and flavor of this yogurt!
Greek Yogurt Myths and Truths
Below you answer your main questions about Greek yogurt:
1. Greek yogurt tastes better than plain yogurt
Truth. This is a fairly relative question, but in general Greek yogurt tends to be more pleasing, as with the removal of the whey, the sour taste is diminished and it becomes more creamy in consistency.
2. Greek yogurt helps you lose weight
Myth. Patricia explains that it is not possible to make this kind of statement. ? The composition of Greek yogurt in the Brazilian market has a higher fat content. However, we already have light / zero versions and, if consumed in moderation, this product can be part of a healthy diet ?, says.
3. Greek yogurt can lead to weight gain.
Truth. Patricia explains that, like all food, if consumed in excess, Greek yogurt can lead to weight gain. "If you exceed in calories needed a day, it will help in weight gain," he says.
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4. All Greek yogurt available in supermarkets is the same.
Myth. It is always important to evaluate the product label. “It all depends on the consumer's goal, but when thinking about yogurt, we should be mindful of products with higher calcium concentration and lower fat content. This is the focus at the moment of choice ?, says Patricia.
5. Greek yogurt is a source of protein.
Truth. Patricia points out that some brands do have a good concentration of protein. For this reason, Greek yogurt is usually more suitable (than natural yogurt) for those who practice physical activities, although the difference in this regard is not so significant.
6. Greek yogurt helps improve intestinal transit
Truth. ? The products manufactured in Brazilian territory do not make this claim, but, as all yogurt is a source of fermenting bacteria, the well-known lactobacillus, Greek yogurt can help the proper functioning of the intestines.
7. Greek yogurt is good source of calcium
Truth. "Greek yogurt is an excellent source of calcium, which will help bone health," says the expert.
Note that Greek yogurt is richer in this nutrient than traditional yogurt.
8. Greek Yogurt Is Too Fat
Truth. Patricia points out that, unfortunately, some brands have a high fat content. This is why it is always interesting to evaluate product labels and, above all, to have guidance from a nutritionist to know whether to include (or not) this food in his diet, taking into account its particularities and goals.
9. Greek yogurt is not a good ally when making recipes
Myth. Patricia points out that the natural version of Greek yogurt can be used in puddings, pies, pates, sauces. "It is even a way to replace excess fat in the diet, that is, we can exclude butter and oil when using Greek yogurt," he says.
Regarding the amount of sugar, Patricia explains that versions of unflavored Greek yogurt have lower sugar content. "Already options with flavor of fruits and syrup tend to present a little more," he says. This reinforces once again the importance of evaluating product labels.
You now know the main differences between Greek yogurt and traditional yogurt, and even have great recipes for making your home-made Greek yogurt. Remembering that it can be consumed with fruits, jellies, cereals and even in the preparation of sauces, breads, pies, cakes etc. What counts is to use creativity!
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