best dairy-free yogurt for meat marinade (Biriyani)

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I am cooking biriani for a party and one of the guest is dairy-intolerant. In biriani, marinading the meat with yogurt+spices is an essential step, and I dont have experience with non-dairy yogurt. What non-dairy yogurt will be best for this purpose?

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Best Answer

In a marinade it is the enzymes and acids in yoghurt which are the important factor so a non-dairy substitute may not work well.

Probably the best approach would be to use an oil and spice marinade. As biryani is a fairly dry dish the yogurt is probably less essential in contributing to a thick sauce as it might be in other recipes.

Much will also depend on the cut of meat that you are using, yoghurt is especially good at tenderising cuts which can be tough or dry so you might consider using a more tender or fatty cut that usual, for example use chicken thigh instead of breast for moisture and adjust the marinate to suit eg add an acid (lemon juice, vinegar or tomato paste) for tougher cuts and a fat or oil for dryer ones.



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Can you marinate chicken in dairy free yogurt?

Yogurt marinated chicken is a simple recipe that's perfect for those busy weeknight dinners. Marinating the chicken in unsweetened coconut yogurt adds an extra level of flavor to the chicken while infusing it with garlic, spices and a zip of lemon.

What can I substitute for yogurt in a marinade?

For marinating and cooking purposes, one cup of buttermilk may be substituted for one cup of yogurt and vice versa. Soy yogurt can be substituted measure for measure for milk yogurt in most applications.

What yogurt is best for marinade?

Plain, unstrained yogurt is best (You definitely do not want any vanilla in there.). You can use Greek yogurt, but since it contains less moisture, you'll need to loosen it with a little lemon juice or vinegar to properly coat your protein. You can marinate a whole chicken in yogurt.

What can I use instead of curd for marinating chicken?

FAQ: What Can I Use In Place Of Curd To Marinate Chicken?
  • Heavy Cream. Adding heavy cream to your dish will give you the same thickness and creamier taste.
  • Sour Cream. Sour Cream can also be used instead of curd.
  • Mashed Potatoes. Mashed potatoes also serve as a great substitute for curd.
  • Vegan Milk.
  • Nuts.



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    Answer 2

    A bit late but would semi-sweet wine perhaps work well to simmer to dryness before adding coconut milk? Wine has the flavour and acidity needed to tenderise the meats. I am trying that right now.

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