kefir substitutes

4 substitutes · avg score 7.5 · Kefir — a tangy, slightly effervescent fermented milk drink made with kefir grains. Consumed as a drinkable yogurt-like beverage and used in smoothies, baking, and marinades for its mild tang.

quick swaps (averaged across uses)

01

Greek Yogurt

10.0
3 cup : 4 cup

Thin with milk to kefir consistency

02

Buttermilk

7.5
1 cup : 1 cup

Tangy and thin, closest match

03

Skim Milk

7.5
1 cup : 1 cup

Thinner and less tangy; add 1 tbsp lemon juice per cup for tang, works in smoothies and baking

04

Soy Milk

5.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Dairy-free, add lemon juice for tang

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