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Milk kefir is made from one of two cultures – a mother culture called “Milk Kefir Grains” or a powdered culture starter designed specifically for making kefir. The latter contains a proprietary blend of various bacteria strains, the former is a bit more complex.
For those who wish to reduce or avoid dairy, or who would like a tasty change from dairy milk kefir, coconut milk kefir is a great alternative.
There are three options for making coconut kefir milk. The first two contain minimal dairy. The third option is completely dairy-free. All of these options are great ways to make coconut kefir at home!
Milk kefir is becoming a common sight on grocery store shelves and a popular probiotic drink. However, those with a strong intolerance to dairy may have to forego milk kefir. The good news is there are reduced dairy and dairy-free kefir options that are easy to make at home!
Milk kefir is not only easy to make, it is a delicious, probiotic-rich, versatile beverage your whole family can enjoy. Whether you are just exploring how to make milk kefir at home or have cultured dairy before, this video and instructions are here to help make culturing milk kefir at home easy.
Many people choose to drink kefir because it contains far more strains of beneficial bacteria than other cultured products such as yogurt. Both milk and water kefir also contain beneficial yeast strains.
Making raw milk kefir is incredibly easy. Unlike raw milk yogurt, there is no need to keep a separate starter made from pasteurized milk. There are a few special considerations, however, when using raw milk to make milk kefir.
The first fermentation takes place when milk kefir grains are added to milk and cultured for around 24 hours. Once the grains are separated and transferred to fresh milk, the resulting liquid is milk kefir.