How to Make Kefir at Home

Want to make your own kefir at home? The health benefits of kefir are great, aiding in digestion and improved immunities. Choosing to make your own kefir is a great decision.

Here is how you can start making kefir at home.

You will need:

1. milk
2. 500 ml jar
3. kefir grains

Step 1: Purchase kefir grains. You can get these online or at some health food stores. They are required to start the fermentation process.

Step 2: Place one tablespoon of kefir grains into the jar.

Step 3: Fill jar with milk about 2/3 full.

Step 4: Put a thin cloth over the jar to make it airtight.

You will then need to put the jar somewhere it will be safe from light, for about 24 hours. The temperature at which you leave the kefir will determine its consistency.

When it is finished fermenting, you'll have to stir it and strain it. You can also add fruit and various flavorings to your kefir if you like it sweeter or with different flavors.

You can reuse your kefir grains for several batches, but you will need to learn special ways to clean your kefir grains in order to get the best taste from them.