What is labneh and how do you make labneh – News + Articles

The practice of preserving milk through fermentation is a staple of many cultures and diets around the world. In essence, the controlled souring of milk allows people to extend the life of their milk or yoghurt and enjoy a delicious, nutritional bounty for months or even years. It’s also a tried-and-tested method for reducing food waste.

A surprisingly easy and satisfying way to preserve milk is to make labneh (pronounced leb-neigh), an ancient form of cheese created by straining yoghurt through muslin or cheesecloth. Labneh can be traced back over 2,000 years and originates from the Levant region (more affectionately known as the ‘fertile crescent’). Today, labneh still forms the foundation of many Middle Eastern dishes.

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