Nut Milk Made Easy for Beginner Cooks
If you're ready to elevate your culinary skills and embrace homemade goodness, let's dive into the delightful world of Nut Milk. This beginner-friendly recipe promises a fresh, creamy, and customisable nut milk experience that's a breeze to prepare.
With just a few simple steps, you'll be sipping on your own homemade creation in no time.
Ingredients:
1 cup of soaked nuts of your choice
2–3 cups of pure water
Flavourings of your choice (think vanilla, cinnamon, stevia, cardamom, or nutmeg)
Instructions:
Start by soaking your nuts of choice in water. This step not only softens the nuts but also enhances their creaminess. You can opt for almonds, cashews, or any nut that tickles your taste buds.
Drain and rinse the soaked nuts, then toss them into a blender. Add 2-3 cups of pure water and your chosen flavourings (vanilla, cinnamon, stevia, cardamom, or nutmeg). Blend until you achieve a silky-smooth consistency.
Now comes the fun part. Strain your nut milk through a sprout bag (also known as a nut milk bag, ideal for this purpose) or a very fine mesh strainer. This process ensures your nut milk is free of any unwanted bits and pieces.
What's left in the bag or strainer is known as the "meal" or pulp. Don't discard it! This versatile residue can be dehydrated and repurposed for cookies, crusts, patés, or even cheeses. Waste not, want not!
Keep in mind that homemade nut milk has a shorter shelf life, lasting 1-2 days in the refrigerator. So, sip, savour and enjoy your freshly made nut milk to the fullest.
If you found this recipe as delightful as we do, save it for later, and don't forget to tag a fellow nut milk enthusiast in the comments. Sharing the joy of homemade nut milk is all part of the culinary adventure. Happy nut milk making!