Soy milk is a nutritious drink that is popular due to its health benefits, as well as its delicious taste and easy drinkability. Today, let’s join TasteVN in the kitchen to explore 2 extremely simple ways to make soy milk at home that still ensure great flavor, just as appealing as what you find outside.
1. Soy milk using a blender
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Preparation
15 minutes
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Processing
45 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Soy Milk using a blender For 4 People
Soybeans 200 gr Pandan leaves 50 gr Condensed milk 1 tablespoon Salt A little Sugar/salt A little
Tools needed
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How to make Soy Milk using a Blender
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Prepare soybeans and pandan leaves
After purchasing the soybeans, clean them by rinsing several times with water, then soak the beans in water overnight for 12 – 16 hours.
After soaking, the beans will expand, become plump and evenly sized; rinse the beans with water and remove any dry skins that have come off.
Wash the pandan leaves thoroughly, paying special attention to washing the veins of the leaves as dust tends to accumulate there, then let them drain.
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Blend and filter the soy milk
For each batch, fill the blender with soybeans to about 1/3 of its height, then add water to 2/3 of the blender. Close the lid and start blending the soybeans with water until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
Next, strain the mixture through a prepared sieve; during the filtering process, use a spoon to gently stir in the sieve to help the milk flow through more quickly.
Continue doing this until all the prepared soybeans are used up.
Tip: For a creamier and smoother milk, you should repeat the filtering process through the sieve 2 – 3 times!
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Cook soy milk
You pour the filtered soy water into a large pot and add pandan leaves, then place it on the stove on low heat and cook until the milk boils, then add a little salt to enhance the flavor of the milk.
Finally, when the soy milk has been cooked for about 30 minutes, add 1 tablespoon of condensed milk and 1 tablespoon of sugar to create sweetness and increase the creaminess of the milk. Continue to cook for another 30 minutes and the soy milk will be ready to use.
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Final Product
With the method of cooking soy milk using a blender, you will have fragrant, creamy glasses of soy milk with a distinct soy smell that are also safe and ensure the nutritional value of soybeans.
Soy milk after cooking can be served hot or cooled and poured into a glass with ice, depending on your preference!
2. Soy milk with a soy milk maker
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Preparation
10 minutes
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Processing
50 minutes
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Difficulty Level
Easy
Ingredients for Soy milk with a soy milk maker For 4 People
Soybeans 30 gr Fresh cashew nuts 30 gr Pandan leaves 50 gr Sugar/ salt A little
Implementation Tools
How to choose fresh cashews for making milk
- To make milk, you should buy raw cashews, not processed or seasoned.
- Choose whole cashews that are not split or broken.
- Good cashews are those that are white, firm, and have a shiny, plump surface.
- Do not buy cashews that have a moldy surface or unusual black spots.
How to make Soybean Milk using a Soy Milk Maker
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Preparing soybeans and cashews
After purchasing, wash the soybeans several times with clean water, then soak them in water overnight for 8 – 12 hours until the beans swell evenly and plump.
Carefully remove the skins of the beans by gently squeezing the soaked beans with your hands, then drain the beans.
Soak the cashews for 4 – 6 hours, then rinse them clean with water and let them drain.
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Cook soy milk
Add soybeans, cashews, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt into the soy milk maker, then add 1.2 liters of filtered water.
Close the machine lid tightly, press the Start button to turn on the machine, select the Soy Milk button, and finally press Start again to begin cooking the milk.
When the milk has been cooking for about 25 minutes, open the lid and add pandan leaves. Close the lid and let the milk cook with the pandan leaves for another 5 minutes. After that, you can season with a little sugar to taste.
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Final Product
No need to spend much time or effort, with the method of making soy milk using a soy milk maker, you will have creamy, smooth glasses of milk without any residue, incredibly fragrant and rich, appealing.
You can add ice to the milk to help cool your body on hot days!
How to Choose Good Soybeans for Making Milk
- Choose fresh soybeans, still in their pods, without signs of mold or sprouting.
- You should select soybeans that are evenly sized, not too large, not too small.
- Choose beans that have a creamy white color, with a faint pleasant aroma. The beans should be firm, not crushed, not soft and mushy.
- Good soybeans will have a slightly dark yellow color, a shiny surface, and be plump.
- Avoid beans that have many black spots on the surface or are broken.
The benefits of soy milk for health
- Rich in nutrients, especially a plentiful source of plant-based protein that provides good substances for the body’s development.
- Prevents osteoporosis and reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases
- Anti-aging for the skin, whitens, and nourishes healthy hair
Notes when using a soy milk maker
- Place the machine on a flat surface, not tilted or uneven.
- Do not add more water or other ingredients while the machine is running.
- Use electricity continuously, do not turn off and on repeatedly.
- Avoid letting water spill into the machine’s power socket.
- Unplug before cleaning the machine.
- Do not use the machine continuously; let it rest for at least 30 minutes between each grinding session.
- Do not use the machine to boil drinking water.
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Hopefully, with the detailed article about 2 ways to cook soy milk that are delicious and nutritious above, you can easily prepare it for the whole family to enjoy. Wishing you success in your cooking, and don’t forget to follow more articles about dishes and beverages at TasteVN!
