Laban rayeb (fermented laban) with sliced cucumber and fresh mint, served cold.
Laban rayeb with cucumber and mint is one of the Egyptian summer drinks.
It aids digestion and quenches thirst. For suhoor in Ramadan it is a refreshing drink.
Slice the cucumber thinly.
In a bowl, whisk the laban with the salt.
Add the cucumber and mint and let sit for 5 minutes.
Pour into glasses and add the ice cubes.
Store in the refrigerator for up to two hours.
The glycemic index (GI) measures how quickly a food raises blood sugar, while the glycemic load (GL) measures how much a full serving raises it. Together they give the complete picture.
A low value (≤55) means a gradual rise in blood sugar — the most suitable range for diabetes and insulin resistance.
Glycemic load reflects the impact of the full serving. To lower it: take half a serving, or pair the recipe with a source of protein and fiber.
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet per FDA food-label reference values — your daily needs may be higher or lower. Values are derived from the recipe's ingredients via the USDA database.
The most common problems when preparing Laban Rayeb with Cucumber and Mint, and how to fix them:
Double the salt. Spices give the depth.
Double the mint. Mint gives the color.
Dilute it with water. High heat curdles it.
Double the mint. Fresh mint is tastier.
Two hours. The laban loses its freshness.
Not suitable. The laban separates.
| Original Ingredient | Tested Substitute | Ratio | Flavor Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laban rayeb | Diluted yogurt | 1:1 | Lighter texture. |
| Mint | Parsley | 1:1 | Different flavor. |
| Cucumber | Mint only | To taste | A simpler version. |
| Ingredient | 2 cups | 4 cups | 6 cups |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laban rayeb | 500 ml | 1 liter | 1.5 liters |
| Cucumber | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Mint | 10 g | 20 g | 30 g |
| Salt | 3 g | 6 g | 9 g |
Use full-fat laban rayeb. Light laban is thinner. Add fresh mint. Dried mint has less flavor. Serve it very cold.
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