Instant Pot Curd

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Pour the milk into the Instant Pot.
  2. 2Select the 'Sauté' mode and bring the milk to a gentle boil. Scrape the bottom once in a while in between.
  3. 3Once the milk has reached a gentle boil, press cancel and allow the milk to cool down until it's comfortably warm to touch.
  4. 4Add 2 tablespoons of active culture curd as a starter into the warm milk.
  5. 5Mix thoroughly using a hand whisk until the starter is fully incorporated into the milk.
  6. 6Close the lid of the Instant Pot.
  7. 7Select the 'Yogurt' mode on the Instant Pot and set the timer for 6 hours.
  8. 8After 6 hours, your curd should be ready.
  9. 9Cover the Instant Pot with a kitchen towel before refrigerating it for a few hours.
  10. 10Remove the kitchen towel and open the lid.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 liters whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons active culture curd (curd starter)

Equipment

Instant Potspoonhand whiskkitchen towel

Tips

  • For thicker curd, you can cover the Instant Pot with a kitchen towel. This helps to absorb excess moisture and further enhance the thickness of the curd.
  • Refrigerate the curd for a few hours (2-3 hours) to chill and enhance its texture.