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If you are an Indian, you know how essential curd is. Power packed with so many benefits, curd is known for its cooling properties. It can be consumed in so many ways and is also a must-have ingredient in many curries and dishes. But many of us get sad when our curd gets sour or becomes something what we call as ‘khatti dahi’. Well, sour curd is simply the curd which gets fermented and turns sour. But can this sour curd ever be useful? YES!
Whenever the curd gets sour, we tend to throw it. You know what? You can actually do a lot with this sour curd. Many of us are not aware but right from a cooling beverage for summer to working as an enhancer in many dishes, sour curd could be one of your greatest assets. Let us know about some interesting ways in which you can use sour curd in the kitchen. Next time, just see these ways and utilize your sour curd.
Chaach
Also known as mattha and moru, this is a buttermilk beverage best consumed during summers. This desi beverage is a go-to drink for summers in desi households. If you have sour curd, grab some spices like cumin powder, salt, sugar and mint and mix them together. The spices will balance out the sourness and will give you a drink of your dreams.
Dosa
Who doesn’t like dosa? This is popular South Indian delight is consumed as a staple breakfast in many parts of India. To make the perfect dosa, you don’t need to buy the readymade mix, rather, just grab some sour curd and use it in the batter.
Dahi Aloo
Just like we told you, curd could be used as an enhancer in so many dishes. Among the many curries made up of curd, the most famous is dahi aloo. This scrumptious curry has potatoes, spices, herbs and curd. It may be a little less spicy as compared to other curries, but it is very easy to make.
Kadhi
Kadhi chawal is an absolute comfort food for many people. We all know that kadhi is made of curd, but actually sour curd is its perfect match. Curd lends a tangy flavour to the kadhi and thus, sour curd should be used. Next time, don’t buy new curd and use the sour curd to make the perfect kadhi.
Dough Fermentation
If you don’t have yeast in your kitchen, grab some sour curd and use it instead for fermentation. Sour curd contains probiotics which are beneficial for digestive health and healthy gut. You can use sour curd in making breads, bhaturas and what not?
Sour Cream Cheese
Some of our favourite snacks are incomplete without dip. And cream cheese dip is perfect for snacks like chicken wings, peri-peri fries as well as nachos. To take your cream cheese game to the next level, you can add sour curd to the dip. This will give a tangy twist and will make your dip more interesting.
Next time, do not throw your sour curd but see these ways!
