It is something that we all might have seen in the supermarket! A part of European, Central and North America, sour cream is a popular choice these days among the health-freaks.
It is often served with baked goods as it acts as a tenderizer. Made by fermenting the heavy cream with lactic acid bacteria, sour cream is considered as the healthier alternative to dips like mayonnaise or cheese dips.
Here are some of the benefits and side effects of sour cream that you must know about.
Also, as the store-bought sour cream can have artificial gums and tyramine that can impact your health, today we are going to tell you the easiest way to make sour cream at home which is free of any chemicals and is super-delicious.
Here is how you can make it at home.
Benefits of sour cream
Most people don’t know, but sour cream is high in vital nutrients like vitamin B, iron, calcium, potassium and phosphorus. Not just that, it contains healthy fats and when consumed in small quantities it can become a part of your healthy diet. It is an ideal choice for people who are on a keto diet and contains just 23 calories in 1 tablespoon.
Side effects of sour cream
It is always suggested to be consumed in moderate quantities. However, when taken in large quantities, sour cream can have some possible side effects that include gas, bloating and even nausea. These are some of the short-term side effects. If consumed in large quantities, sour cream can also impact your blood pressure while increasing your cholesterol levels, which can pose a risk to heart diseases.
Ingredients required
To make sour cream at home, you only need 3 ingredients and they are 1 cup heavy cream, 2 tbsp lemon juice, and 1/4 cup milk (boiled & cooled).
How to make sour cream at home
In a large mixing bowl, add heavy cream and lemon juice and whisk them well. Then, add milk to the mixture and gently stir until all the ingredients are combined. Next, transfer this mixture to a glass jar and cover it with the help of kitchen paper and a rubber band. Allow the mixture to rest on the kitchen counter or in the refrigerator for 24 hours or overnight. When the time period is over, give it a nice stir and the fresh sour cream will be ready. Use it as a dip, spread or even as a topping for appetizers.
