Soft goat cheese is gaining popularity in all segments of the population. Its texture is very diverse: friable, creamy, young or mature, soft or dense.
Experts attribute it to a healthy food product. This cheese, due to its capric acid, promotes the development of beneficial intestinal bacteria in the human digestive tract. Due to the low lactose content, goat cheese is more suitable for people with its intolerance, since it is abundant in dairy products from cows.
What else are such cheeses useful for?
Soft goat cheese is produced in many countries and has its ancient roots. Indeed, in ancient times, people knew about the great healing power of this product.
Low cholesterol and sodium, much less than cow's milk, are good for people with heart problems and diabetes. Such a lactic acid product contains selenium, which reduces the risk of cancer.
Due to the balanced amount of minerals and vitamins, this product helps the body cope with diseases such as eczema, anemia and allergies.
Goat cheese works well with carcinogens, migraines and bad breath. The bacteria in it help the body absorb vitamins better. They are also involved in the metabolism of iron and calcium, which are responsible for strengthening bones.
A variety of soft cheeses
One of the most famous cheeses in our country is cheese. This dairy product belongs to the soft goat cheese with a salty taste. It contains a large amount of calcium, which is necessary for human bones, hair and nails. Even modern tablets with this substance cannot be fully absorbed by the body, and calcium from this cheese is completely absorbed by it.
Since ancient times, a recipe for soft goat cheese came to us from the Mediterranean. It was skillfully made by the Greeks and Romans for daily consumption. It is great in its various variations for second courses, appetizers and as an additive to salads. Its delicate and soft consistency contains a salty taste with a slight acidity and aroma.
In the Caucasus, such a product is called "Adyghe". This cheese is a real storehouse of nutrients. It is easily absorbed by the body and is recommended for people doing hard work and athletes. The product strengthens the condition of bones, tooth enamel, normalizes mood, improves sleep.
White mold goat cheese
The most popular in this form is soft goat cheese with white mold, such as brie, camembert. World classics include French cheeses with white mold - Chevre, Shabish, Valanse, Saint-Mor and Crotten.
The crust of soft curd cheese called "Goat Log" has an islandy, but pleasant taste. Closer to the middle, it becomes more tender. It is customary to use it with white wines, fruits, nuts and honey.
Remove cheese from the refrigerator an hour before meals. At room temperature, it tastes clearer, and its smell becomes more aromatic and rich.
The secret of popularity
The good taste qualities of soft goat cheese of world brands and domestic producers are all heard. To enjoy it, you need to overcome a couple of nuances - price (the former are too expensive) and trust, since the latter cause some concern about their composition.
But such a delicious product can be easily made at home. You yourself can give it a taste depending on the dishes that will be on your table: sweet or spicy.
Essential ingredients for homemade cheese:
- 2 l fresh goat milk;
- juice of 1 lemon;
- ½ tsp salts;
- 1 tsp finely chopped greens;
- 3 cloves of garlic;
- ground pepper.
Step by step recipe
Follow these steps and you will succeed:
- We take a small but deep container, preferably with a thick bottom. Pour milk into it and heat over low heat to 82-87 ° . Be sure to check the culinary thermometer.
- Having reached this temperature, remove the bowl, squeeze the juice from a fresh lemon (required): citric acid or juice from fruit bags is not suitable. Mix gently. Cover with a lid.
- After about 5-10 minutes. serum will separate. We cover the colander with gauze and pour the contents of the pan into it, substituting another vessel under it. It is a pity to pour this serum into the sewer. On it you can knead batter on pancakes or pancakes.
- If you make this soft goat cheese as an addition to sweet dishes, add a finely chopped pinch of mint to it, mix them together. Tie the cheesecloth with cheese into a knot. Hang for an hour to completely remove all moisture, the cheese has condensed and saturated with a pleasant aroma.
- After that, it can be formed into any shape or simply cut into slices to the table.
- If you cook it for spicy dishes, before hanging, mix the cheese with finely chopped herbs you like, crush the garlic, salt and pepper to taste. Thoroughly mix the seasoning with cheese, also tie it into a knot and hang for an hour.
You will be pleasantly surprised by the taste of soft goat cheese for this recipe.