My children are on a dairy-free diet, and here in KSA we had three options fresh organic goats milk's from a friends farm or camel milk, or organic soy milk. However the goat's milk was super thick for the kids, camel milk was too sour and soy we prefer not to give to much of. So we had to find an alternate, and I started making our own Almond milk. It's a great and nutritious option for even those without any allergies.
Health benefits of Almond milk
- Helps loss weight
- High in calcium
- Rich in Vitamins such as Vitamin D and E. Vitamin E helps keep your bodies moisture and keeps it looking young and fresh.
- You can learn more about the health benefits on LIVESTRONG
In simple words it makes them more nutritious! The soaking process helps rid a toxic enzyme inhibitor from them, also another acid called phytic acid is reduced, which helps make mineral absorption easier. Soaked almonds are much easier for the body to digest. Eating soaked almonds is known to be the best brain tonic, they are enhance memory and intelligence. My great grandmother was a Hakeem (ones who have expertise in natural remedies and Islamic medicine), she use to always say the one should eat at least 4 to 6 soaked almond every morning, it has many benefits.
Ingredient you'll need
- 1cup raw almonds
- 4 cups of water
- 3 Californian dates (Madjool), honey
- 2 cups of water for soaking
- 1/2 cup Fresh strawberries or 2 tbsp raw cacao powder for chocolate flavors (optional)
Soak the almonds overnight or at least 8 hours.
Blend the soaked almonds, 3 cups of water and madjool dates together (add the strawberries or cacao powder now too) . Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth. Strain the mixture using a nut bag or a cheese cloth or a very fine sieve, and press it down with a spoon to strain completely. Put the mixture back in the blender and add the remaining 1 cup of water and blend again for 30 seconds, strain again. I like to do this because I like to strain the milk out as much possible, so this way to get the most out of the pulp.
Almond milk will last 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator. Enjoy your fresh homemade almond milk!
A lot of the raw foodist's use the leftover pulp in many of their recipes. I like to add my pulp to pancakes, smoothies, and just to sprinkle over our honey nut bread.
You can alter this recipe with other nuts and even coconuts to make coconut milk!
You can alter this recipe with other nuts and even coconuts to make coconut milk!
NOTE: You will need a high power/speed blender to have best results. One good choice and investment is a vita-mix. I'll do a product review on it soon.
