Mozzarella Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Instructions
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Add Vinegar
Remove the pot from heat and stir in the white vinegar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until curds form.
- 3
Add Rennet
Dissolve the rennet tablet in 1/4 cup of cool, non-chlorinated water. Stir it into the curds and let sit undisturbed for another 5-10 minutes.
- 4
Cut the Curds
Using a long knife, cut the curds into small cubes. Let it rest for another 5-10 minutes.
- 5
Heat the Curds
Gently heat the curds to 105°F (40°C) while stirring gently. This helps the curds firm up.
- 6
Drain and Rinse
Drain the curds in a colander lined with cheesecloth. Rinse under cold water to remove excess whey.
- 7
Knead the Cheese
Transfer the curds to a bowl and sprinkle with salt. Knead the curds with your hands until smooth and elastic.
- 8
Shape the Mozzarella
Form the cheese into balls and submerge in ice water to cool and firm up.
- 9
Store
Store the mozzarella in a container with some of the whey or in a brine solution in the refrigerator.