Buttermilk
Buttermilk is a creamy liquid ingredient that comes from dairy. It is not made from butter, as the name might suggest, but rather from the liquid left behind after churning butter out of cream. This tangy and slightly sour liquid is commonly used in cooking and baking for its unique flavour and properties.
To make buttermilk, fresh milk is combined with lactic acid bacteria, which ferment the sugar in the milk. This fermentation process thickens the milk and gives it a tangy taste. The commercially produced buttermilk available in stores is typically made by adding this bacterial culture to pasteurised milk.
Buttermilk is a versatile ingredient that appears in various recipes, from pancakes and biscuits to marinades and cakes. Its acidity helps activate baking soda in recipes, leading to softer baked goods. In addition to providing a tangy flavour, buttermilk also contributes to the tenderness and moisture of baked goods like scones and muffins. Overall, it is a popular ingredient for enhancing both the flavour and texture of a wide range of dishes.
Foods in the CalorieStar database containing Buttermilk
Ambrosia Banana Devon Custard PotKingsmill Blueberry Cheesecake Buttermilk Pancakes
Flora Buttery Spread
Ambrosia Chocolate Devon Custard Pot
Ambrosia Chocolate Flavour Devon Custard
Sainsbury's Crumpets, Taste the Difference
Ambrosia Custard Can
Ambrosia Deluxe Custard West Country Cream Carton
Ambrosia Devon Custard
Kingsmill Double Choc Buttermilk Pancakes
Anchor Lighter Spreadable
Ambrosia Low Fat Devon Custard
Clover Original Spread
Flora Original Spread
Sainsbury's Southern Fried Goujons
Ambrosia Strawberry Flavour Devon Custard
