The author noticed the new charm of yogurt in the " Meiji Bulgaria Yogurt Recipe Book" the other day. One day, I picked up a new yogurt book, "Salt Yogurt Health Recipe." On the obi of the book, there is an insulting phrase, "The strongest seasoning that you can improve your skills just by putting it in." Then, health keywords such as "Beautiful skin & relieving constipation" and "Diet" that women cannot miss come into their eyes. I have to practice this immediately and master yogurt.

This book proposes "salt yogurt" as a new seasoning and contains 73 recipes. According to the author and registered dietitian Akiko Shinsei, yogurt boosts immunity, prevents the accumulation of fatigue, and has an excellent nutritional balance, so various health effects can be expected. The recipes range from desserts and drinks to Western, Chinese, and Japanese foods, and are structured so that you can comfortably consume yogurt every day.

"Salt yogurt health recipe" / Akiko Shinsei
"Salt yogurt health recipe" / Akiko Shinsei


That's why I made the basic "salt yogurt" right away. However, I only use plain yogurt and salt. I like cheese, so I made a "salt-drained yogurt" that has a similar texture. Spread kitchen paper on the colander, put yogurt on it, and put it in the refrigerator. The point is to weigh it with a ball filled with water. It becomes creamy yogurt overnight.

Transfer this to another container and mix with salt to complete. When I tasted it immediately, it had a rich taste and moderate saltiness, and it seemed to be a new type of cream sauce. I couldn't stop thinking of a bite, so I made an "avocado & pepper" dip mixed with avocado.

"Avocado & Pepper" Dip
"Avocado & Pepper" Dip


A refreshing and creamy dish that matches the freshness of avocado with rich salted yogurt. This was attached to a cracker. In addition, I made ratatouille on this day, so I added toppings to finish it. This is very popular with families as it "adds depth to the taste," and seems to go well with tomato-based dishes.

Toppings on ratatouille
Toppings on ratatouille


However, this is not the only attraction of drained salt yogurt. Sauerkraut, which uses whey that remains after draining, can be easily enjoyed at home. This is also a simple recipe, just add sugar to whey with a mild acidity and soak it in salted cabbage. Please try it with spring cabbage, which is nutritious at this time.

"Sauerkraut" made with whey Cabbage 4/1 It's an amount that is easy to make
"Sauerkraut" made with whey Cabbage 4/1 It's an amount that is easy to make

There is no place to throw it in yogurt. I will continue to keep it in the refrigerator as the "strongest seasoning".