Can 1 Milk Be Used To Make Buttermilk?
No, one cannot use milk to make buttermilk. Buttermilk is a fermented dairy product made by adding specific bacteria to milk. The bacteria turn the natural sugars in milk into lactic acid, giving it a tangy taste and thick texture. Therefore, one needs a specific culture or starter to make buttermilk. However, one can make a substitute for buttermilk by adding vinegar or lemon juice to regular milk and letting it sit for a few minutes.