How do you cook with kefir grains?

Mix kefir grains into eggs. Add 1/4 cup of kefir grains to your favorite scrambled egg, egg salad or omelet recipe. Kefir grains can be used as an egg substitute for individuals who want to consume more beneficial bacteria and less cholesterol containing yolks.

How do you use milk kefir grains?

It’s extremely simple. Add about a teaspoon of these kefir grains to a cup of milk, cover the glass, and let it sit out at room temperature for about 24 hours. During this time, the healthy bacterias and yeast in the kefir grains will ferment the milk, preventing it from spoiling while transforming it into kefir.

What can I do with left over kefir grains?

Kefir Grains You can feed them to your compost pile, chickens, or pets. You can also just blend them up with the kefir you already are using in your morning smoothie for an extra hit of probiotics.

Should I rinse my milk kefir grains?

Never Rinse Them in Water You should NEVER EVER EVER do this. It damages them and rinses off the protective bacteria that makes them thrive. So many times they will either die, or stop reproducing or not make kefir very well after rinsing.

Can you use kefir in cooking?

Kefir is an extremely versatile baking ingredient and when substituted for milk, buttermilk or water, will produce a delicious and healthy twist for any dish imaginable. Because it’s fermented and cultured, it adds both texture and taste to any baked good.

How many kefir grains can you eat?

You can try taking as much as 1/8 cup a day for a short period for medicinal purposes (or daily for overall health if consuming just a few grains). Moderation is always key – be sure to allow your body a rest once in awhile, even from this! Can pets have milk kefir?

How long can kefir grains last in the fridge?

Put a tight lid on the container and place it in the refrigerator. The milk kefir grains should be safe and healthy for up to 3 weeks.

How many times can you use kefir grains?

A. If cared for properly, milk kefir grains have an unlimited life span and can be used repeatedly to make kefir. Kefir made with a direct-set style starter culture can often be re-cultured from 2 to 7 times.

How long can kefir grains be kept in the fridge?

Putting the Grains on Pause More milk for longer breaks is best, to keep the grains well fed. Put a tight lid on the container and place it in the refrigerator. The milk kefir grains should be safe and healthy for up to 3 weeks.

How long do kefir grains last?

Kefir grains are SCOBY (symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast) where they are in constant state of reproduction. Some may get weaker over time for one reason or another (neglected, frozen, etc); nevertheless, as long as you properly feed and care for them, they will last forever.

Can kefir grains go bad?

A. Kefir will often smell like fresh yeast. If your kefir smells like spoiled yeast (rotten), that can be a sign of either contamination or that the yeast and bacteria which comprise the kefir grains are out of balance. Please contact Customer Support for assistance if you have concerns.

What happens if kefir grains touch metal?

Using a metal spoon is okay – there is no need to worry. Kefir does not have the same kind of properties as kombucha and using metal to strain or eat your kefir is fine.