What should I make for dinner tonight? This might just be the number one question that we ask ourselves almost daily over here.
Then you have come to the right place, we have rounded up 15 whey recipes that we have shared over the years.
Plus, there is such a variety of flavours in these recipes, so you are sure to find something for you. Most of these recipes are quick and easy ones made especially for busy weeknights.
15 Whey Recipes
Flaky Whey Biscuits Recipe
Vegetable and Whey Soup
Whey bread: Your new favorite loaf
Old-Fashioned Lemon Whey Pie
How to Make a Whey Protein Shake
What can you make with whey?
Use whey to cook pastas, potatoes, oatmeal or rice. *Also works with non-cultured whey from fresh cheeses. Add to homemade fruit smoothies or milkshakes for a boost of probiotics and protein. *Also works with non-cultured whey from fresh cheeses (sans probiotics).
How long does whey last in fridge?
This source suggests that you can keep it for six months in the fridge! I made paneer yesterday and read somewhere else (can’t remember where) that whey will keep for a couple of days. You can freeze whey so that’s what I did. And now I read that you can reduce it which will help if you are making lots of cheese.
What can I do with whey from my garden?
Did you know that whey can also be used in your garden? Use it as you would a compost tea. Add it to your watering can and pour the liquid around the base of your plants to give them a boost of nutrients — calcium in particular.
Can you drink fresh whey?
It may not be palatable on its own, but try it in smoothies or even cocktails. Replace milk or juice in a mixed drink for a bit of creamy tang. Just be aware that whey does have lactose in it still, so if you’re intolerant, steer clear.
What does whey taste like?
What Does It Taste Like? Unflavored fresh whey tastes a bit like plain yogurt—just very slightly sour with a real creaminess, despite its lack of any cream. Powdered supplements come in many flavors, such as vanilla, chocolate, coffee, banana, and berry.
How long is whey good for?
Based on the available research, whey protein powder has a shelf life of 9–19 months when stored under normal conditions. Most protein powders contain additives that extend the shelf life for up to 2 years.
Can you use whey to make yogurt?
Can I use yogurt whey to make more yogurt? YES! Add 2-3 tablespoons of whey to 2 quarts of heated and cooled milk. (More or less whey may also work–this is just what I do.)
Can I freeze whey?
Freeze for later – You can always freeze your whey for later. I recommend splitting it into smaller, manageable batches and freezing separately. It will keep in the freezer for up to 6 months, possibly longer.
How do you make buttermilk from whey?
Buttermilk Substitute
According to Hamel, you’ll need to use slightly less whey than the amount of buttermilk called for. If the recipe dictates 1 cup of buttermilk, use 3/4 cup of whey; for 1 1/2 cups of buttermilk, use 1 1/4 cups of whey.
Do tomatoes like whey?
Tomato plants love the acid in whey and the calcium too. If you garden water down your whey first and then pour it at the base of your acid loving plants. We grow 6 types of berries and use whey for all of them.
Can I use whey instead of water in bread?
Use whey instead of water or milk in bread (like this whole wheat Pullman, a favorite in our test kitchen, or a loaf of challah), pancake or waffle batter, cornbread, flatbreads (Panfusine makes roti and paratha with it), pizza dough, and quick breads. We love these molasses biscuits, which also call for whey.
Can I add whey to compost?
The many lactic acid-producing bacteria in whey, useful as they are for edible ferments, also boosts and activates compost, compost teas and compost toilets.