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Viili is a Finnish ropy fermented milk product made using a specific strain of Lactococcus lactis subsp. cremoris that produces long, stretchy strands, and has been cultivated in Finnish households for generations.
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Distinctive Finnish heritage product with loyal fans; unusual stretchy texture divides users outside its home market.
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Caspian Sea yogurt is a mesophilic yogurt fermented at room temperature using Lactococcus lactis strains. It was introduced to Japan in the 1990s, reportedly originating from strains from Georgia in the Caucasus region. The yogurt is characterized by a viscous, ropy texture and a milder flavor than...
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Cult favorite Japanese home-fermented yogurt with mild taste; novelty and texture appeal, but limited expert culinary stature.
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