Why You Should Make Your Own Dairy Free Milk + 3 Recipes (Oat, Almond, Soy)

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  • čas přidán 9. 07. 2024
  • Do you know what's really in your plant milks? What you learn in this video might surprise you and help you make better choices.
    I also show you the best ways to make oat milk, almond milk and soy milk at home so you know exactly what you are consuming.
    Let me know your thoughts in the comments down below! Did you know about the calcium carbonate? I sure didn't.
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    Time Stamps:
    0:00 Intro
    1:34 Calcium Carbonate In Dairy Free Milks (and antacids)
    3:30 Emulsifiers and Thickeners in Dairy Free Milks
    4:05 Natural Flavourings in Dairy Free Milks
    5:29 What You Need To Make Dairy Free Milk
    5:56 How To Make Oat Milk
    8:38 How To Make Almond Milk
    10:45 How To Make Soy Milk
    Recipes:
    Homemade oat milk recipe
    1 cup organic rolled oats
    4 cups ice cold water
    optional: salt to taste
    sweetener to taste
    Directions:
    1. Rinse organic rolled oats (Do not use Instant or quick cooking oats)
    2. Add oats to a blender with 4 cups of ice cold water.
    3. Let soak for 10 minutes.
    4. Blend for 30-60 seconds on high. Add any optional flavourings you want and then strain oat milk through a nut milk bag (be gentle!) and put in a container. Keep in the fridge for 3-5 days.
    Homemade almond milk recipe
    1 cup organic raw almonds (do not use salted/roasted!) soaked overnight
    4 cups water
    optional: salt to taste
    sweetener to taste
    Directions:
    1. Soak almonds overnight in a large bowl with more than enough water to cover them.
    2. Rinse and drain almonds and add to a blender with 4 cups of water.
    3. Blend for 60 seconds on high. Add any optional flavourings you want and then strain almond milk through a nut milk bag and put in a container. Keep in the fridge for 3-5 days.
    Homemade soy milk recipe
    1/2 cup organic dried yellow soybeans, soaked overnight
    4 cups water
    salt to taste (a pinch or two - i highly recommend adding this)
    2 tsp maple syrup (or to taste)
    Directions:
    1. Soak soybeans overnight in boiling water. After a 12 hour soak, try your best to remove the skins from the beans. Drain and rinse the beans.
    2. Add beans to a blender with 4 cups of water.
    3. Blend for 30-60 seconds on high. Then add to a large pot.
    4. Bring to a low boil and reduce to a simmer for approx. 20 minutes. Stir often to prevent burning.
    5. Remove from heat and let cool. Once cool, strain through a nut milk bag and put in a container. Add salt and sweetener and shake well. Place milk in the fridge for 3-5 days.
    *Homemade milks will only last approx 3-5 days in the fridge. For this reason I suggest making small batches.
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  • @Simnettnutrition
    @Simnettnutrition  Před rokem +41

    ** Regarding the calcium carbonate issue. I recently interviewed Dr. Greger (from Nutritionfacts.org) and asked him if he thought the calcium carbonate added to plant milks could lower stomach acid to a significant degree since there are comparable amounts to what is in Tums and he quickly dismissed it and said it wouldn't be an issue.
    Watch the interview here to hear his answer. czcams.com/video/ljQWi944mF4/video.html
    I still think it is something to consider and wished I would have pressed him further on his answer but I was a bit nervous and didn't want to spend too much time on it as I had a lot of other questions to ask.

    • @SirPhytone
      @SirPhytone Před rokem +7

      Thanks for coming back to mention this! I also thought his answer was a little short, would definitely like to hear from some other nutrition experts to see if all views align.

    • @Producersfader
      @Producersfader Před rokem +3

      Dr.Gregor is unfortunately not really reliable in terms of the fine details of health.
      Got a soyabella over a year ago and bought oats and organic soy beans in bulk...very easy to make my daily fresh milk

    • @readingchess
      @readingchess Před rokem +3

      I really respect you for adding this comment after the Dr Greger video. Thanks! I’d also be curious to hear the details, but I can believe Dr G’s point. Soymilk might not have as strong of an impact on stomach acid levels since it is a light base (~7.8) but antacids like Tums are a stronger base and have a mix of ingredients specifically designed to neutralize stomach acid. I’m no expert though. Thanks again!

    • @Sam-xm2cs
      @Sam-xm2cs Před 11 měsíci +1

      I recently added store bought oat milk to my diet as I wanted to increase my intake of calcium. I read somewhere though that taking a calcium supplement could contribute to heart disease and so I do wonder how calcium supplements differ to fortification in foods. Is it not the same thing?

    • @SirPhytone
      @SirPhytone Před 11 měsíci

      @@Sam-xm2cs hey, if you want to supplement with calcium, look for calcium supplements derived from algae. Lifestream Natural Calcium is one example. This kind is much more likely to be properly absorbed. I think eating with a large meal will help too.

  • @austinrussellfrench
    @austinrussellfrench Před rokem +130

    Trader Joe’s Organic Soy Milk is just water and soy beans. And cheap 💪🏼

    • @misterincreds5341
      @misterincreds5341 Před rokem +13

      I've used the Trader Joe's soy milk. I agree with you, simple and inexpensive.

    • @crystalh1402
      @crystalh1402 Před rokem +16

      A couple other brands are Pacific Foods and WestSoy

    • @patriciapalaroan1074
      @patriciapalaroan1074 Před rokem +3

      TJs soy beverage is my favorite!

    • @robinsaxophone232
      @robinsaxophone232 Před rokem +2

      I love Trader Joe’s soy beverage and stock up whenever I can. I’m an hour and half drive from the nearest store. I keep hearing they are going to discontinue it.

    • @BruceLee-dp9sj
      @BruceLee-dp9sj Před 7 měsíci +1

      Extremely hard to find too

  • @auntygoodtip4318
    @auntygoodtip4318 Před rokem +84

    For the soy milk, just freeze the soaked beans. Freezing makes the milk taste so much better. Also you can soak more and freeze portions for quick milk makeing :)

    • @Simnettnutrition
      @Simnettnutrition  Před rokem +14

      Oh okay, I didn't come across that in my sleuthing. Thanks for the tip!

    • @pdblouin
      @pdblouin Před rokem +8

      Very interesting, never heard of this before either but I'll be trying it.

    • @ArtemisGreenleaf
      @ArtemisGreenleaf Před rokem +3

      I have also seen soaking overnight in the fridge and boiling the beans before you blend them. Haven't tried either, so I can't confirm or deny.

    • @lizzzarduh
      @lizzzarduh Před rokem +1

      Before cooking them?

    • @agadooska
      @agadooska Před rokem +1

      Ooo, need to try this, thanks. I do like the flavour of the homemade one though, now I'm so used to it I don't really like the store bought ones very much

  • @lisamarielindenschmidt649
    @lisamarielindenschmidt649 Před rokem +106

    Derek, have you tried hemp milk? It's so, so easy and crazy cheap. And hemp's got a bit of fat to it, so it's nice and creamy. And you don't have to strain it: just blend the hemp hearts and water and you're good to go! And thanks for doing a video like this. I think people get intimidated by having to make things themselves and it really can be quite simple. More like this, please!

    • @kelson63100
      @kelson63100 Před rokem +3

      What’s the ratio? Pls and thank you

    • @kevinmckenna5682
      @kevinmckenna5682 Před rokem +5

      Derek has his own video on homemade hemp milk! He even mentions that you don't have to strain it.

    • @kevinmckenna5682
      @kevinmckenna5682 Před rokem +4

      @@kelson63100 8-to-1.

    • @lizzzarduh
      @lizzzarduh Před rokem +6

      Hemp seeds are pretty expensive the organic ones at least

    • @rgonvsh69
      @rgonvsh69 Před rokem +5

      Hemp is okay but definitely has an aftertaste.

  • @rexawrex4947
    @rexawrex4947 Před rokem +85

    Oat milk: I found when I was testing different ways of making oat milk that steel cut Oats worked best. Something that helped the flavour and texture (I was making it for a cafe that did lattes so it needed to be able to be streamed without cooking lol) was to flash the Oats in boiling water and then let them sit in the fridge overnight before discarding that water and blending them with fresh water and a pinch of salt. 1/4 c Oats to 3c water. Blend for a minute to 1:30 mins. No slime, lasted about 4-5 days. Needed to shake it before use but worked perfect for steaming and baking. And the Oats were not as mushy so I used them to make cookies

    • @Lorreyla
      @Lorreyla Před rokem +3

      Thank you...I will give it a try.

    • @avamaria8447
      @avamaria8447 Před rokem +1

      by flashing in hot water, are you soaking in that same water, and are you putting it in fridge straight from the stove?

    • @rexawrex4947
      @rexawrex4947 Před rokem +8

      @@avamaria8447 I boil a kettle and pour it over them in a container and then yeah throw the whole thing into the fridge

    • @misterincreds5341
      @misterincreds5341 Před rokem +1

      This is a great idea. thank you for sharing your recipe. I'm going to give this a try.

  • @paternyao
    @paternyao Před rokem +3

    I don’t think you realize the importance of your videos for today’s humanity! Gonna adopt this. Thanks for the hard and smart work mate 💯✅

  • @phillippinter7518
    @phillippinter7518 Před rokem +22

    Actually it makes perfect sense why you have to pay more for "less ingredients" because that plant milks are almost entirely water. For example Mainstream almond milks like silk and Almond Breeze have only about 4 almonds per cup while another almond milk with only almonds and water may have around 20 almonds per cup.

    • @kicknitoldskool
      @kicknitoldskool Před rokem +1

      I never thought of this 10/10 comment would read again

    • @morighani
      @morighani Před 2 měsíci

      that’s what i thought!! most of the store bought stuff really tries to skimp out on the main ingredients and add lots of cheap filler stuff to compensate for the lack of texture and flavor

  • @MickisMom
    @MickisMom Před rokem +23

    Because I have Crohn’s, my plant milks only have 2 ingredients. Those with Crohn’s need to stay away from gums, emulsifiers and other additives. I appreciate your informative content. Keep up the great work!

    • @yolandawilson6951
      @yolandawilson6951 Před 4 měsíci

      What are the two ingredients? Do you make it yourself or is it store bought?

  • @sparky9839
    @sparky9839 Před rokem +6

    I make almond milk and use the pulp to make dog treats (just add oat flour and coconut oil, roll, cut into squares, bake for 30 minutes at 350F.)

  • @michygoss7148
    @michygoss7148 Před rokem +53

    I make a multi-nut milk (a combination of almond/cashew/pecan) and lemme tell ya - the pecans in it make for a super delicious milk. I also add a pinch of salt, maple syrup, and sunflower lecithin for an emulsifier which helps keep the milk consistency consistent.

    • @alovesyou22
      @alovesyou22 Před rokem +2

      This is great! I’m going to try it ❤

    • @Simnettnutrition
      @Simnettnutrition  Před rokem +8

      Great idea! Thanks for sharing. Yeah I would like to start trying blends of different nuts to see how that is. I like this trifecta.

    • @michygoss7148
      @michygoss7148 Před rokem

      @@Simnettnutrition it’s truly yummy. You’ll love it.

    • @LianeRollin
      @LianeRollin Před rokem +1

      How many lecithin in 2 cups of water?

    • @michygoss7148
      @michygoss7148 Před rokem +3

      @@LianeRollin hmmm. I think I usually make my milks with 3-4 cups of liquid, and use about a teaspoon. So maybe half a tsp for 2 cups.

  • @caitlin4663
    @caitlin4663 Před 9 měsíci +3

    I found a really great hack. You can blend almond butter with water to make almond milk!! It's delicious and doesn't involve any straining 😮 I add a crack of salt, and vanilla essence for taste, and a teaspoon of xanthum gum to thicken it a little. I'm obsessed!

  • @veganwildfire7522
    @veganwildfire7522 Před rokem +11

    If you are near a Trader Joe's, they have organic soy milk for $2, and the only ingredients are water and whole organic soy beans. It's really good and great as a coffee creamer as well as anything else savory or sweet.

    • @branddrivenipad4772
      @branddrivenipad4772 Před 11 měsíci +1

      No Trader Joes in Canada 😢

    • @karenbauer8866
      @karenbauer8866 Před 4 měsíci

      Yes! We found this when camping and needed the small size and shelf safety for backup milk and it is delicious!

    • @mamakins5123
      @mamakins5123 Před 2 měsíci +1

      Needed to hit up a health food store to find a two ingredient soy milk. Cost me about $6.50 Canadian for one carton.

  • @alliphil1
    @alliphil1 Před rokem +10

    I’ve found that the longer you blend oat milk the slimier it gets. With a Vitamix I’ve found 15-20 seconds is fine and strain immediately.
    Oat milk doesn’t seem to do too well heated I’ve found - gets gloopy. I guess that’s why they add oil to the store bought ones. But it’s still my favorite for drinking with some added maple syrup and pinch of salt. 😊

  • @brennanbourne
    @brennanbourne Před 6 měsíci +5

    If you peel your almonds or use blanched almonds, the milk is much smoother and creamier. You get less of that bitterness from the skin and less enzyme inhibitors too!

  • @Eve1912
    @Eve1912 Před rokem +70

    For the almond milk you could also use almond butter (either store bought or home made). Take two tbsp and 4 cups of water. No nutmilk bag needed , no pulp left.

    • @TheM4stermind
      @TheM4stermind Před rokem +8

      that's so smart! just mix any nut-butter with water as a sort of instant milk. I gotta try that

    • @MyTube4Utoo
      @MyTube4Utoo Před rokem +5

      +Eve A That's a great idea! Thank you.

    • @Simnettnutrition
      @Simnettnutrition  Před rokem +34

      Cool idea! Now you have me wanting to make peanut butter milk! Lol.

    • @dudleyhardial2273
      @dudleyhardial2273 Před rokem +4

      I do the same with Cashew and hazelnut mix. No need to strain. Takes around twenty minutes to make in my food processor.

    • @claire4688
      @claire4688 Před rokem +1

      this is exactly what i do too!

  • @FireballSteph
    @FireballSteph Před rokem +2

    Oh my God! As if I just watched this right now! I have been trying to figure out why my stomach acids are so low and making me feel so sick...and BOOM thought I was just watching a video about plant milks from you and YOU ARE SPEAKING RIGHT TO ME. Never have I heard anyone talk about low stomach acids and right in the middle with me dealing with this, you are talking about it...I am mind boggled...thanks Derek!

  • @darindaB
    @darindaB Před 6 měsíci +2

    I cook my soaked beans with lots of water for 1 hour, stirring frequently. It tastes amazing to me. Great video!

  • @RowenaJBlake
    @RowenaJBlake Před rokem +6

    I did not know that about the calcium carbonate! Checked our soy milk, and yep, it's there. Thank you so so much for researching and sharing your discovery. Definitely going to be making our own plant milks moving forward, will also save us money as well as our health 🙂

  • @Linette68
    @Linette68 Před rokem +17

    Thank you for this video. Change title from "Diary" to "Dairy" so you don't lose any people searching Dairy Free. I have found Califa organic almondmilk to have 3 ingredients here in the US. Tastes good also.

    • @travisn346
      @travisn346 Před rokem

      Oil-free?

    • @myggggeneration
      @myggggeneration Před rokem +1

      @@travisn346 Yes. Water, almonds, sea salt.

    • @Linette68
      @Linette68 Před rokem +1

      @@travisn346 That's correct - no oil. It is in a white bottle and found it in the local grocery store.

  • @h3bysuzanne184
    @h3bysuzanne184 Před rokem +4

    I was aware of ‘the milk toxicity ‘ but so many are not. So Glad you brought awareness to these milks!! Thank You🙏💕

  • @BillGraybill
    @BillGraybill Před rokem +5

    Thanks for some great ideas. When I make oat milk, I just use a find metal strainer which seems to work well. Cashew milk is my favorite. And you are one of our favorite CZcams shows. Keep up the great work.

  • @jenniferskrobanek104
    @jenniferskrobanek104 Před rokem

    This is such a creative video idea! Thank you for the effort it took to figure each of those out! 😊

  • @julijuls7271
    @julijuls7271 Před rokem +7

    I'm so glad you posted this! I've been wondering lately about all of the fillers and oils in most plant based milks and trying to avoid them now. I never knew that about calcium carbonate - very good information!

  • @mountaingirl415
    @mountaingirl415 Před rokem +3

    Just had to comment on this one......We love our homemade soymilk. Soak dry soybeans overnight to batch cook the next day. once cooked in the instant pot, just dump l cup cooked beans in vitamix and add desired amount of water.....we just keep the extra cooked beans in the fridge, and use as needed. Yes, sometimes we add a very small amount of maple syrup. we don't even bother to use the milk bag for any of our homemade non-dairy milks ( just shake a bit before using to get all of the good nutrition.) P.S. Love your videos!! (watching from the Colorado Rockies)

    • @meman6964
      @meman6964 Před 4 měsíci

      Thanks so much!! I had cooked the beans before the blend and couldn't find any recipes that way. I'm going to finish it now. Thanks again.🎉

  • @maryannmay7105
    @maryannmay7105 Před rokem

    I had no idea about this thank you so much for the information

  • @timc.8391
    @timc.8391 Před rokem +3

    I bought the Tribest SB-132 Soyabella, Automatic Soy Milk Maker Machine and it is AMAZING! I add some oat groats with the soybeans to make it thicker and a bit of sweetener, I think it tastes great and BTW it's way easier than using a blender.

  • @becominge
    @becominge Před rokem +4

    Just started making my own oat milk for coast mostly! Love it! Easy and cheap! I’ve saved about $30/week making my own!

  • @lemonyknit8509
    @lemonyknit8509 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Great info, thanks🌱

  • @agadooska
    @agadooska Před rokem +1

    I bought the soy milk maker from China, the best thing ever. No more running out of milk, no more recycling piling up, lots of money saved.

  • @trudy7096
    @trudy7096 Před rokem

    I didn’t know this, good information !!

  • @janerainbow22
    @janerainbow22 Před rokem +2

    Calcium carbonate is chalk. It's the substance found ubiquitously in hard water. It's what makes water hard. Mineralized water tastes better to me. But I guess I grew up near chalk pits. Water was very hard. I'm not objecting to Calcium carbonate because in large and concentrated amounts it neutralizes stomach acid.
    I should stop drinking coffee, but the science behind getting a good froth on batista oat is quite precise.
    I absolutely agree with you on glyphosate.
    Lots of people have digestive issues due to poor gut flora. Fairly ubiquitous and it does seem that glyphosate, more than antibiotic abuse, is the likely culprit.
    When I've made oat milk, I've found the raw oat taste is not so great.
    Adding amylase, which can be sourced as a vegan enzyme, breaks down some of the starch, adds a low level natural sweetness, because starch breaks down into glucose, and reduces the sliminess

  • @kristeniszler
    @kristeniszler Před rokem +7

    You are absolutely right, it is time to make homemade plant milk. I just got back from the store and bought Silk almond milk before I watched your video. The ingredients say cane sugar, less than 2% of calcium carbonate, lots of vitamins, and nature flavors. Could you make a video about how you use the almond pulp?

  • @SandyM1968
    @SandyM1968 Před rokem

    I just started making my own plant milk. So much easier than I thought. Good information. Thank you.

  • @lucasnoon3203
    @lucasnoon3203 Před rokem

    I really respect the no fear mongering and how you just stated the facts!

  • @jeannieappelhof1791
    @jeannieappelhof1791 Před rokem

    I really appreciate all the information you share in your videos. Thank you so much.

  • @Miss7LU
    @Miss7LU Před rokem

    Thank you for doing the hard work for us ❤

  • @katrinakim4145
    @katrinakim4145 Před 4 měsíci

    I had no clue it was so easy to make your own oat milk! Thank you so much!

  • @aronzin6145
    @aronzin6145 Před rokem

    The vid that I need
    I really appreciate your channel, the like is deserved as always

  • @britfrancis4967
    @britfrancis4967 Před rokem

    TYSM for this video! I just made the switch from TJs almond beverage to making my own from your recipe! Noticed an almost instant improvement in my digestion. 🙏🏻

  • @indiea5588
    @indiea5588 Před rokem +7

    Timely video ! I bought regular Quaker old- fashioned oats but now realize I should not be using it to make milk !
    Please make a video on how to make yogurt from these plant based milks !!!

    • @MSchipper
      @MSchipper Před rokem

      you can use them, just blend them with icecubes and water. Unless you're worried about pesticides, then don't use them.

  • @tammy9497
    @tammy9497 Před 11 měsíci +1

    This was a great video. I make my almond milk the DR. FUHRMAN way - no soaking - no milking. Just add 1/2 cup almonds, 1/4 cup hemp seeds, 3 cups water, and 1/4 tsp salt (date and vanilla if desired). Blend and it's DONE and DELISH!

  • @shaz5205
    @shaz5205 Před rokem

    Fantastic as always. I literally just started back making my own oat milk. Will definitely be giving the almond milk a go too.

  • @markandpatwhite8466
    @markandpatwhite8466 Před rokem

    Love homemade almond milk - easy to make and soooo much better for you. Thanks for another awesome video!

  • @IvyPerez_DreamBuilder
    @IvyPerez_DreamBuilder Před 2 měsíci

    Definitely learned something. Thank you

  • @alexandrapaquette2159

    Hey Derek, thanks for taking the time to show us how its made and edic6ate us on calcium carbonate. I'll try making oat milk!

  • @suziedowning8829
    @suziedowning8829 Před rokem

    Definitely making the almond and the oat! Thank you!

  • @serdalkaptan
    @serdalkaptan Před rokem

    Thank you for sharing these important tips.

  • @MsHendrix5
    @MsHendrix5 Před rokem +9

    Knew this and couldn't believe it. I only get Trader joes soymilk as it's only water and soybeans. It sells out fast so people must be figuring this out. I will have to try to make my own!! Thanks for all of your incredible content ❤

    • @viviafire
      @viviafire Před rokem +2

      I was just going to comment this. It's pretty cheap and shelf stable too. WestSoy (they might be rebranding to WestLife) also sells a plain soy milk that is only soybeans and water.

    • @lizzzarduh
      @lizzzarduh Před rokem +1

      Ya so good both the traders joes and the westsoy are getting hard to find

    • @cyndij8312
      @cyndij8312 Před rokem +1

      ​@lizonator I can't find Westsoy in my local stores but Vita Cost has it online.

    • @misterincreds5341
      @misterincreds5341 Před rokem +1

      @@lizzzarduh I found the shelf stable westsoy at Dollar Tree. Again just the soybeans and water. I don't really care for it to dring or in granola but it works great for baking and for plant based yogurt.

  • @makiyahwiggins4575
    @makiyahwiggins4575 Před rokem

    The break down was amazing….thank thank you sm!!!!

  • @SusanArrudaFitness
    @SusanArrudaFitness Před rokem +8

    Thank you, Derek for the invaluable information and for testing it all out for us!!! I was already skeptical about the lengthy list of ingredients so thank you for bringing all the negatives to light and inspiring me to make my own!! I love all your content and cookbooks!!

  • @jdfoote1314
    @jdfoote1314 Před rokem

    That makes so much sense and my body already told me that without words. I always head for almond milk when my stomach doesn’t feel great. Now. I know why. Gonna try the fresh almond milk recipe and see what happens. Thanks!

  • @carbrock.2854
    @carbrock.2854 Před rokem +4

    Almond is my favorite, too. Easy and tasty.
    I suggest making sunflower seed milk, too, as a much cheaper alternative. It’s a bit of an acquired taste, and looks funny the next day because it separates, but you can just shake it up before using. Make it just like almond milk: soak, blend, strain.

  • @emiliebuisson3812
    @emiliebuisson3812 Před rokem

    Thank you so much Derek for this amazing video 😊❤

  • @Adelehalsall
    @Adelehalsall Před rokem +1

    At supermarkets in the UK it’s usually pretty easy to find plant milks without the sugars and thickeners. Oil and vitamins are usually added but I don’t mind that.
    I always applaud those who make their own plant milks but I think we need to be careful about demonising store-bought plant milks as it will just make veganism seem even more difficult and inaccessible to those aren’t yet plant-based. For the most part they can be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced healthy diet (of course without the added sugars and sweeteners). Just a point I think we need to be wary of!
    Otherwise, I really appreciated the info on calcium carbonate, gellan gum and carrageenan! Will be aware of those ingredients in case I ever do experience any digestive discomfort, and aim to keep them to a minimum. 😊

  • @PATTIPEPA
    @PATTIPEPA Před rokem +2

    I have been making my own plant milk for longer than I can remember. Sometimes I mix seeds with my almonds, soak and make milk. You are right, soy milk is a process. I bought a milk machine and it is so much easier to make the soy milk (my milk of choice). Thank you for all the great information. I love your videos, keep posting. Thank you.

  • @AndreaAvila78
    @AndreaAvila78 Před rokem +3

    Thank you so much for this video. It is so useful. I live in Argentina and there is no soy milk anywhere. You can only find it in powder form. During the pandemic lockdown I had time to make my own soy milk. Now I buy unsweetened almond milk at the supermarket when there's a sale because it's super expensive. I will start making my own plant milks again. Cheaper and healthier.

  • @Incredible43
    @Incredible43 Před rokem +1

    Great video Derek
    I make my own plant milks for the reasons you mentioned plus it's so much cheaper, we can get our nutrients from other sources. 🌱

  • @andreaanonymous5474
    @andreaanonymous5474 Před rokem +3

    To remove the soy bean skins easier, you may want to try using one of those garlic peeler rollers. The are a little silicone tube, that you could put a handful of them in and roll it on the counter and it might work to remove the skins quicker. They remove garlic skin, if the two are similar it should work. Then you can just quickly rinse the skin off of them. I have never tried this with soybeans, but I think it's worth a try. It might work.

  • @JM-ot9ev
    @JM-ot9ev Před rokem +14

    Excellent video. I have noticed that without fortified milk, my daily calcium intake tends to be consistently lower than 500 mg even with sufficient greens consumption (i dont eat spinach due to oxalates). How are you able to stay on top of calcium intake (i.e. consistently at or above 700 mg) without fortified milk?

    • @aureliaglenn2220
      @aureliaglenn2220 Před rokem +1

      Occasionally make sure to eat collard greens, as they have among the highest calcium amounts found in plant foods, and have fairly low amounts of oxalates.

    • @ignacio2763
      @ignacio2763 Před rokem +2

      wouldnt worry about oxalates in spinach unless you eat absurd amounts.

  • @kuwalangwee4491
    @kuwalangwee4491 Před 9 měsíci

    Good and Simple🌱
    Thanks🌈

  • @adamfroman7983
    @adamfroman7983 Před rokem

    This guy is only Pro! Thanks for the ongoing awesomeness!

  • @MSchipper
    @MSchipper Před rokem

    With oats, it's very important that they don't get warm. Using cooled water works, or blending with some icecubes, to prevent the blender getting too warm.

  • @stargate.melissa
    @stargate.melissa Před 4 dny

    I absolutely love almond milk- freshly made is best in my opinion.

  • @jadehoffman9980
    @jadehoffman9980 Před rokem

    Wow thank you so much for this video!

  • @videosonlybycf
    @videosonlybycf Před rokem

    Learned so much 😅 Thank you!

  • @ebryan1990
    @ebryan1990 Před 4 měsíci +1

    For soymilk, if you don't want to wait overnight, you can boil water, let the dry beans boil for about 2 minutes, then turn the heat off and let it sit for 30-45m. Then drain, rinse, blend, nutmilk bag, and simmer for 20-30m. I don't remove the skins at all and I get a natural mild sweet tasting soymilk.

  • @lesleyd111
    @lesleyd111 Před 11 měsíci

    Thank you for this SUPER HELPFUL information!! Since watching this video, I stopped drinking store-bought almond milk and my stomach issues cleared up. Then today, I tried some again as a test, and my issues are back. Will definitely be making my own. I also started using MCT oil in coffee instead, since the homemade almond milk was curdling. The MCT oil is surprisingly tasty in coffee.

  • @colinedescubes5571
    @colinedescubes5571 Před rokem +5

    Thanks for the recipes ! In Europe (or France at least), most organic soy milk (and almond milk) sold in stores is just soy and water and it's quite cheap too so I quit trying to make soy milk at home (too messy) but I like making oat milk because it's so quick and convenient when I just need a little bit of milk for a recipe, I can just make what I need.

  • @alidapc
    @alidapc Před rokem +1

    I stopped buying non-dairy milk & when I need one for a recipe I find using PB2 powder with water does the trick. Great video.

  • @JokerLurver
    @JokerLurver Před rokem +1

    I make my almondmilk using a 1/4 cup of almonds per 4 cups water, for a skim milk version that is fine by me. I add 2 dates and 2tsp vanilla. Tastes like Silk without the additive junk. I no longer strain the milk. It was a messy hassle, and I didn't enjoy the pulp even in baked goods. I don't drink the milk straight. It's always with oatmeal or something, so it doesn't matter that it's a tad granier than a strained milk. Keep those nutrients and fiber in there!
    I also make soymilk in the Instant Pot for soy yogurt. Just soak a cup of soybeans overnight, then blend with 4 cups water. Add another two cups water to the IP, set a steamer basket in there, pour the blended soybeans in, and cook for 5min with 30min natural release. Then let cool for awhile before adding yogurt culture (easy to use a scoop from the last batch) and set IP on yogurt mode for 14+ hours. I know folks use mason jars for IP yogurt, but I just can't be bothered with all the extra steps and mess. And my method works really well. Great, thick, tangy soy yogurt.
    Oh and don't get me started on the money savings 😂. Store bought plant milks and yogurts are ridiculously overpriced! As evidenced here.
    Side note, love the idea in the comments here of using a mix of nuts for nutmilk. Going to try that out for sure.

  • @Andyyybeeeee
    @Andyyybeeeee Před rokem

    Awesome video trying the almond milk tonight, I would be super interested in a video or even comments from people on how to utilise the almond pulp please 🙏

  • @christylarsen4971
    @christylarsen4971 Před rokem +1

    West life organic soy milk soybeans and water. The cost 5.18 in Great Falls Montana and its shelf stable. Love this stuff

  • @giselleplantbasedvegan9174

    Thank you for the great info. I stopped buying plant links because of all the additives. I will definitely give both the oat and almond milk a try! So easy.

  • @lenalootens5625
    @lenalootens5625 Před rokem +15

    Hey Derrek, in Belgium we have plantmilks without added sugar, gums.... but most of them have a little bit of sold. Ofcourse you then have to look for bio/ natural/ no additions....
    It is like you say: always read the etiquet!
    Thank you for informing us all so well.
    I like your video,s!
    Greetings from Belgium 💝🐴🌹

    • @Simnettnutrition
      @Simnettnutrition  Před rokem +3

      They are so hard to find here. Only a few brands and like I said twice or 3x the price. Good to hear.

    • @lenalootens5625
      @lenalootens5625 Před rokem +1

      The ,,clean-ones,, are almost the same price...
      Best wishes! 💝🐴🌹

    • @saraib6577
      @saraib6577 Před rokem +1

      We have those too in America but they are expensive

  • @SusanArrudaFitness
    @SusanArrudaFitness Před 11 měsíci

    Excellent video, Derek!!! I already knew there were some questionable ingredients in these plant based milks and you provided me with the push to stop buying them and make my own. Thank you for sharing all this helpful information and for the motivation to make a change here! My preference is the soy milk since it is higher in protein so I fine-tuned and simplified the process. 😋💪

  • @im2old4this2
    @im2old4this2 Před rokem +1

    I started using powdered plant milk. I have pea milk and soy milk. The ingredients are "pea milk powder" and "soy milk powder" - which are both useless. But the pea milk label explicitly says it is made of only peas and water. The powdered soy milk company wrote back to me confirming that too. I wish they put that on their label, but I'm glad it is just the main thing.

  • @deannatate6429
    @deannatate6429 Před rokem

    I just started making my own “milk” with my Almond Cow. And it’s so easy and delicious

  • @tracieburrill5159
    @tracieburrill5159 Před rokem +1

    Loving these instructional videos - tofu alternatives, plant milk. Would love a video to see what you do with the pulp. I hate to waste food too

  • @nikolikoopz9648
    @nikolikoopz9648 Před rokem +1

    I found all this out last week. I did fined one organic soya milk from tesco which is just water and soy. Purchased a nut milk bag and just started making my own milk

  • @Mycurvystory
    @Mycurvystory Před rokem +1

    I’m so grateful for this video! 🥰 definitely going to try the oat milk & almond one. Might just enjoy soy beans in tofu form lol

  • @PooPooBanana2
    @PooPooBanana2 Před rokem +3

    Derek you definitely know why it's cheaper! lol. 1) Mass production, 2) Swapping out some of the volume of expensive ingredients with cheap ingredients.

    • @secretspy44
      @secretspy44 Před rokem

      Fewer preservatives and stabilizers also lead to more product going bad or getting returned lowering profitability. No one wants to keep buying the brand that's separated and moldy half the time. These are trade offs that the customer often selects for, albeit unknowingly.

  • @cannashiva9719
    @cannashiva9719 Před rokem +3

    hemp seeds make some potent plant milk as well....hits hard....kind of sad considering hemp should be cultivated on a scale that replaces corn/soy. Especially in good old Canada!!

  • @melrox8809
    @melrox8809 Před rokem

    Thank you for showing us how to make these Derek. I do have a nut bag & a high speed blender. I should try these out.

    • @Simnettnutrition
      @Simnettnutrition  Před rokem +1

      Thanks Mel! 🙏🙏 I feel like I’m costing ppl a lot of time with these videos. 😆 Next week: why you need to make your own bread from seed to oven! 😂 I joke I joke.

    • @melrox8809
      @melrox8809 Před rokem

      @@Simnettnutrition 😄😄

  • @JourneyJoe
    @JourneyJoe Před rokem

    Love the honesty with the soy milk! Def gonna try these! Thanks beast 💪🏼

  • @lucysky384
    @lucysky384 Před rokem +1

    I don't have any digestive issues, but trying to cut back on buying all those cartons (for the environment). But for new vegans, l think store bought is best. Sometimes the pressure to do everything at home can be totally overwhelming for people that are accustomed to convenience foods, and shy away from vegan ism because of all the work it seems to involve. Also, I have never heard of anyone getting digestive issues from plant milk until now and l have been vegan for almost ten years.

  • @emilianonuneslopez2108

    Thanks for make this kind of videos

  • @PeterJavea
    @PeterJavea Před 5 měsíci +1

    I just add a wee bit of honey and use the mixer for 15 seconds. Then strain. What stays in the strainer is made into "porridge" the next breakfast.

  • @melissajohnson5670
    @melissajohnson5670 Před 4 měsíci +1

    I’ve been enjoying hemp milk. It’s just a half cup hemp seeds with 4 cups water. It’s really good

    • @Simnettnutrition
      @Simnettnutrition  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Nice! So simple and probably the healthiest one going!

  • @CaliSmith123
    @CaliSmith123 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Made my own Oat Milk today. Never thought about until I watched this video. I found a brand that only has oats and water, but it is $6 for a small carton. (I use the same oats you used in this video). For $11, I can make about 32 of the $6 cartons….crazy and it literally took be 5 mins to make.

  • @rogue3524
    @rogue3524 Před rokem

    We are so lucky to have You!

  • @robertthomas9428
    @robertthomas9428 Před rokem +1

    Derek, Rob from Vancouver. No I did not know about Calcium Carbonate in SILK. I buy it all the time. I have Coeliac so maybe better not to have carbonate. Very very grateful you said this. PS thank God ocean weather is approaching !!!

  • @sco0tpa
    @sco0tpa Před 6 měsíci +1

    Almond cow milk maker. Organic almonds from the USA. Organic pistachios and cashews, not always available from USA growers. Water and nuts only and it's great.

  • @thistlestovines
    @thistlestovines Před rokem

    We got an Almond Cow milk maker for Christmas and it’s sooo cool…

  • @kiwifeijoa
    @kiwifeijoa Před rokem +5

    Great topic. Homemade soymilk is probably useful for tofu if it turns out too beany. Instead of a nut milk bag, you can use a fine mesh kitchen strainer, and then a very fine coffee or tea strainer, easier to wash, especially for oat milk. Very interesting ideas about the ingredients in commercial milks.

    • @d.rabbitwhite
      @d.rabbitwhite Před rokem +4

      Agree about strainers. Progressively smaller mesh does the trick. I also like it because I save the strained oat mass for a smoothy.

  • @sunnyhawk
    @sunnyhawk Před rokem +1

    I really appreciate this (and all) of your vids. Do you have any thoughts about adding calcium citrate and/or other mins? Thx!

  • @soan5964
    @soan5964 Před rokem +1

    I make walnut and hemp milk love them

  • @ithildiess9048
    @ithildiess9048 Před 10 měsíci

    Oh thank you very much!
    I'm actually on anti-acids daily due to waking up from reflux/GERD attacks with heavy indigestion problems. For the last 3-5 years.
    I didn't know about emulsifiers & thickeners altering the biome/bacteria.
    I will try to find cleaner products. This may be why my problems have been getting worse lately.
    I definetly need to check out your recommended doctors etc more! Thank you very much!

  • @paulveg8524
    @paulveg8524 Před rokem +1

    I make soy milk using a ‘vegan revolution’ soy milk maker. Add soaked soy beans and water to the machine and switch it on. It cooks and blends the beans, so they only need straining at the end. Dead cheap too. 13p a litre to make.

  • @newaccount8022
    @newaccount8022 Před rokem

    I make it with coconut water and young coconut blended into it I also add dates. It comes out so yummy!

  • @johnmichaels893
    @johnmichaels893 Před rokem

    I use Earth’s Own - Naked oat milk with only 4 ingredients: filtered water, organic oats, sea salt and amylase. Taste great and it’s a Canadian company.