Description
Family of proteins found in milk
Technical
Casein is a family of related phosphoproteins that are commonly found in mammalian milk, comprising about 80% of the proteins in cow's milk and between 20% and 60% of the proteins in human milk. Sheep and cow milk have a higher casein content than other types of milk with human milk having a particularly low casein content.
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
milkycreamycheesysourbuttery
Wine Analogy
Like the malolactic fermentation in wine, casein breakdown develops complex flavors
Coffee Analogy
Similar to how milk proteins interact with coffee tannins, casein binds polyphenols
Perfume Analogy
The fatty acid breakdown resembles the lactonic notes in some musky perfumes
Culinary Applications
PaneerIndian subcontinentAcid-coagulated fresh cheese
RicottaItalyHeat-acid precipitation of whey proteins
Queso BlancoLatin AmericaDirect acidification method
Dietary
VegetarianGluten-FreeHalalKosherDairy allergy