Vitamin B9 (Folic acid, Folate)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid)
Vitamin E (Alpha- Tocopherol)
Vitamin K (Phylloquinone)
Health Benefits
Aids in gut easing, gastrointestinal problems and digestion
Avoids constipation, Easy to digest, Enhances external preliminary digestion, Provides energy
Other General Benefits
Yogurt is rich in Calcium, Phosphorus and Vitamin B
Beneficial for diseases of liver, pancreas, gallbladder, intestine, Protects gastrointestinal tract, metabolism, cardiovascular and nervous systems, Reduces the inflammation, Strengthens the immune system
Skin Care
Applying it to the skin can help ease the pain of sunburn
Acts as natural exfoliate, Exfoliates dead skin from body, Gives glowing and flawless skin, Gives a smoother skin, Natural skin softner, Reduces the effect of anti- ageing, Rich in Lactic acid
Hair Care
Excellent hair conditioner
Best remedy for dry and rough hair, Helps in better moisture retention, Results in shiny hair
Nutritional Importance & Uses
Uses
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Can be added to vegetable salads, Smetana is used as a basic sauce for most of the Russian appetizers, soups, main courses and even desserts.
Nutritional Importance
Good source of Calcium, Rich in Phosphorus
Contains good amount of Vitamins, Contains high levels of Fat, Good source of Calcium, Good source of proteins, Rich in probiotics
Allergy Symptoms
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Diarrhea, Hives, Itchy eyes, Itchy Skin rashes, Nasal congestion, Nasal stuffiness, Runny or stuffy nose, Sneezing, Watery eyes, Wheezing
What is
- It is a dish of seasoned, strained or diluted yogurt, eaten throughout the former Ottoman countries.
- It is similar to tarator in Balkan cuisine.
- It is made of salted strained yogurt or diluted yogurt mixed with cucumbers, garlic, salt, olive oil, sometimes with vinegar or lemon juice, and some herbs like dill, mint, parsley, thyme etc.
Smetana is a thick, yellowish- white and slightly sour tasting cream that contains about 40% of milk fat.
Aroma
Fresh, Sour smell
Milky
Ingredients
1 tbsp olive oil, 3 cloves garlic, 3 cucumbers, Mint, Yogurt
Pasteurized Heavy Cream, Yogurt
Things you need
Bowl
Bowl
Preparation Time
15- 20 minutes
24-36 hours
Refrigeration Temperature
Shelf Life
1 day
10 to 14 days