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Homemade Buttermilk

A simple method to create buttermilk from regular milk using vinegar or lemon juice.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Condiment, Dairy
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Buttermilk Base
  • 1 cup milk Whole milk is preferred for creaminess.
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar Can substitute with lemon juice.

Method
 

Prepare Buttermilk
  1. Pour 1 cup of milk into a mixing bowl.
  2. Add 1 tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice to the milk.
  3. Stir the mixture gently with a whisk to combine.
  4. Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  5. Use immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 6gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 0.1mg

Notes

This buttermilk can be used in baking recipes, dressings, and marinades.

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