yoghurt

/'jɑ:ə:t/ Cách viết khác : (yoghurt) /'jougə:t/ (yogurt) /'jougə:t/

Thân thiện

A child eats a spoonful of strawberry yoghurt from a small bowl.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A semi-solid, custard-like food produced by the bacterial fermentation of milk. The fermentation process involves specific bacterial cultures, primarily Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus, which convert lactose (milk sugar) into lactic acid, giving yoghurt its characteristic tangy flavor and thick texture.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • For breakfast, I usually have yoghurt with fresh fruit and granola.
  • This brand of Greek yoghurt is known for being high in protein.
  • Plain yoghurt can be used as a healthier substitute for sour cream in many recipes.

Advanced Usage

• "Live and active cultures" in yoghurt: This phrase refers to the beneficial bacteria present in some yoghurts, which are associated with digestive health.
  • Look for the seal indicating live and active cultures when buying yoghurt for probiotic benefits.
• "Yoghurt-based": Used to describe a sauce, dressing, or marinade that has yoghurt as its primary ingredient.
  • The chicken was marinated in a delicious yoghurt-based sauce with herbs and spices.

Variants and Related Words

• Yogurt (noun): An alternative, very common spelling of yoghurt, especially in American English.
• Yoghourt (noun): A less common alternative spelling.
• Yog(h)urt drink (noun): A beverage made from diluted yoghurt, often flavored.
• Frozen yoghurt (noun): A dessert made from yoghurt, similar to ice cream but typically tangier.

Synonyms

• Cultured milk: A general term for dairy products fermented with bacterial cultures.
• Curd (in specific contexts, like Indian cuisine, but not a perfect synonym as "curd" can refer to different products).

Related Phrases

• To set yoghurt: The process of allowing the inoculated milk to ferment and solidify.
  • You can set yoghurt at home using a warm oven or a specialised appliance.
• Yoghurt maker: A small appliance designed to maintain an ideal temperature for fermenting milk into yoghurt.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a custard-like food made from curdled milk

Từ đồng nghĩa

• yogurt
• yoghourt