Curd
/kɜːrd/noun
The thick part of milk that forms when it becomes sour or when an acid is added.
The cheese is made from the curd left after the whey is removed.
Often appears as...
- whey and curd
- curd cheese
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Sour Transformation
Curd forms when milk sours naturally or acid is introduced, changing its texture and taste.
When lemon juice was added to the milk, it turned into curd.
Pro Tip 2/3Culinary Basics
Understanding curd is essential for learning basic cheese-making techniques.
First, let the milk form curd, then proceed with your cheese recipe.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Dairy
In some contexts, 'curd' can refer to similar textures in non-dairy products.
The soy milk formed a curd that resembled traditional dairy products.
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