How to Make Yakult Style Fermented Milk Drink
Clean all containers and equipment with hot water., Prepare a warm place for the milk to ferment., Heat the milk until it steams, do not let it boil., Once it is cool enough that you can touch the side of the vessel for ten seconds comfortably, use...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Clean all containers and equipment with hot water.
This should kill any bacteria that may contaminate the milk. -
Step 2: Prepare a warm place for the milk to ferment.
If using a thermos ensure it is clean.
If using an esky, fill it with enough warm water to mostly cover your container.
If it is not waterproof simply place a tub or large jug of warm water inside.
The water should be quite warm to the touch but not so hot that you can't hold your hand submerged for ten seconds.
If using a warm spot you may want to place a sign or note there asking other members of the household not to move or open the container. , This is to kill any bacteria already in the milk. , Try not to get milk on the rim of your container as is may provide a pathway for unwanted bacteria. ,, The warm, clean conditions should let the beneficial bacteria grow and ferment the milk. , The fermented milk should be about the same colour as normal milk and be only slightly thicker, it should have a mild yogurt smell with a hint of tang and a smooth slightly tangy taste. ,, Two to four teaspoons of sugar per cup is about normal. , -
Step 3: Heat the milk until it steams
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Step 4: do not let it boil.
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Step 5: Once it is cool enough that you can touch the side of the vessel for ten seconds comfortably
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Step 6: use the funnel to transfer the milk to your container
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Step 7: bottle or thermos.
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Step 8: Add your fermented milk to the container and close the lid tightly
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Step 9: give it a shake and place it in the warm place you prepared earlier.
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Step 10: Let the milk incubate for 12-14 hours
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Step 11: try not to disturb it and do not open the container yet.
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Step 12: Open the container after 12-14 hours.
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Step 13: Chill immediately in the fridge.
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Step 14: Add sugar to taste before serving.
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Step 15: Enjoy.
Detailed Guide
This should kill any bacteria that may contaminate the milk.
If using a thermos ensure it is clean.
If using an esky, fill it with enough warm water to mostly cover your container.
If it is not waterproof simply place a tub or large jug of warm water inside.
The water should be quite warm to the touch but not so hot that you can't hold your hand submerged for ten seconds.
If using a warm spot you may want to place a sign or note there asking other members of the household not to move or open the container. , This is to kill any bacteria already in the milk. , Try not to get milk on the rim of your container as is may provide a pathway for unwanted bacteria. ,, The warm, clean conditions should let the beneficial bacteria grow and ferment the milk. , The fermented milk should be about the same colour as normal milk and be only slightly thicker, it should have a mild yogurt smell with a hint of tang and a smooth slightly tangy taste. ,, Two to four teaspoons of sugar per cup is about normal. ,
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