9 WAYS TO USE RAW KEFIR
WHAT IS RAW KEFIR?
Raw Kefir is a probiotic fermented milk drink. RAW FARM Whole Raw Kefir is made by culturing our whole raw milk with 12 specialized bacteria colonies (in addition to the bio-diverse colonies of beneficial bacteria naturally found in our raw milk). It is cultured for 36-48 hours to achieve a pH of approximately 3.8. RAW FARM Whole Raw Kefir is deliciously smooth and very drinkable! Raw Kefir contains special prebiotics, which feed and protects gut bacteria. In addition, our raw kefir is alive with fully active enzymes containing a biodiversity of probiotic bacteria a broad spectrum of naturally occurring beneficial bacteria, essential amino acids, OMEGA-3 fatty acids, metabolically available vitamins, immunoglobulins, minerals, and antioxidants. Absolutely NO antibiotics, synthetic hormones, toxic pesticides, or GMO anything.
5 ways to use raw kefir:
1. On its own
Raw kefir can be enjoyed as a beverage on its own. You can go for our original Plain Raw Kefir, or go for one of our flavors: Vanilla, Golden, and Lemon Kefir.
2. Smoothies & Smoothie Bowls
One of my favorite Raw Kefir recipes is a raw kefir smoothie bowl! It’s so easy to make, so healthy for your gut, and so delicious. Simply blend together your favorite frozen fruits, Whole Raw Kefir, an egg yolk for extra nutrition (optional), and any other superfoods you’d like to add. You can drink your smoothie as is, or pour it into a bowl and top it with your toppings of choice, such as coconut flakes, fresh berries, and homemade granola. This makes for an amazing breakfast, pre/post workout drink, and healthy snack that will leave you feeling satisfied and energized, naturally.
3. Salad Dressing
Amazingly, Raw Kefir can be used in creamy dressings in place of yogurt, buttermilk or sour cream. Use it in a homemade ranch dressing, caesar dressing, or get creative and design your own from scratch!
4. Pasta, Potato, and Chicken Salads
Take your pasta, potato, and/or chicken salads to the next level by replacing the mayo or yogurt in the recipe with Raw Kefir. This is a great way to sneak in more probiotics and enjoy the raw benefits accompanied with it.
5. Delicious Sauce
Similar to making salad dressings, Raw Kefir can be used to make a delicious, tangy sauce, best paired with seafood recipes. One of our creative customers recommends kefir, lemon juice and zest, egg yolks, salt and pepper, chopped fresh dill or parsley blended into a sauce and served with baked buttered salmon.
6. Raw Kefir Sorbet
Similar to a smoothie bowl, Raw Kefir Sorbet is another simple, delicious recipe that can be enjoyed for breakfast, snacks, desserts-you name it! It only takes 3 ingredients to make: Raw Kefir flavor of choice, frozen fruit of choice, and raw honey for extra sweetness (optional). On our blog, we shared 6 fun raw kefir sorbet flavor ideas: Strawberry Shortcake, Berry Delicious, Peaches and Cream, Raspberry Dream, Bananas for You, and (my personal favorite) the Peanut Butter Chocolate Delux! Get all of the recipes here.
7. Raw Kefir Cheese
Strain Plain Raw Kefir or Raw Goat Kefir through cheesecloth over a bowl overnight to allow the whey to drip out. The result is a thicker, creamier raw kefir cheese that can be spread on sourdough bread, crackers, added to recipes, or enjoyed on its own. For a fun twist, add savory flavors like chives, rosemary or olives, or sweet flavors like strawberries, honey, or figs.
8. Use it when baking
Just as you can substitute Raw Kefir for yogurt in salad recipes, you can also use Raw Kefir in place of yogurt, sour cream, or buttermilk when baking . Check out our delicious fall-inspired maple banana bread recipe made with Raw Kefir!
