Mozzarella and lactose intolerance

Lactose intolerance, as we have already seen , is a condition linked to the deficiency of an enzyme , lactase, which allows the digestion of lactose. This is milk sugar, present in various foods including all milk derivatives, in fact.

Once intolerance has been tested, for example with the breath test or better known breath test, it is advisable to follow a precise diet, such as the one we indicate here .

But alas, among the foods to avoid, we also find a very common dairy product: mozzarella .

How to give up a margherita pizza perhaps with buffalo mozzarella from Campania?

An exception to the rule, can allow us to consume it anyway by taking a good lactase supplement.

Today, however, we are quite lucky on the market.

In fact, on the shelves of many supermarkets we can find lactose-free mozzarella , which will allow us to prepare, for example, delicious mozzarella in a carriage, or why not even cook mozzarella in the oven for example in a timbale with eggs, and vegetables and vegetables such as zucchini and eggplant.

But does buffalo mozzarella contain lactose?

That this product contains lactose is undeniable. But there is something new. The Consortium for the Protection of Mozzarella di Bufala Campana declares on its website:

“ Mozzarella di Bufala Campana is an easily digestible cheese, with a reduced lactose content ”, even if its quantity is not specified, therefore it would be necessary to test individual tolerability.

Nutritional values of lactose-free mozzarella

Let's examine the values on the label of a lactose-free mozzarella and one with. Obviously, we take into consideration a packaged dairy product not bought at the dairy, both for convenience and to be able to give you easily findable information.

As we can see, what is clearly different is the amount of carbohydrates. This, in fact, is due to the lack of lactose (which being a sugar, is one of the carbohydrates) which is predigested through particular processes. This should, therefore, also affect the calorie content. They are both a good source of protein and have a fair amount of fat.

It is important to point out that the mozzarella we have considered has a lactose content of less than 0.01% . It is very important to always check the lactose content on the label.

The products called " delactosed ", ie those that have been deprived of lactose (ie in which the sugar has been "digested" by particular procedures) can vary a lot.

The lactose content, in fact, can be:

• Less than 1%
• Less than 0.1%
• Less than 0.01%

Depending on the degree of tolerance, all three types can be consumed, or only two or only the last. Therefore, always check the presence of lactose on the label , not only for mozzarella but for all products, such as ricotta for example.

If in doubt, or if you want to give up the whim of enjoying a real mozzarella with lactose, remember that you can use a lactase enzyme supplement such as Lactosolution .

We offer you a tasty recipe to make with lactose-free mozzarella.

Recipe with lactose-free mozzarella: timbale with zucchini

An idea at the usual dinner? A tasty timbale that guarantees a good intake in all three macronutrients of the diet: carbohydrates, proteins and fats.

Ingredients for 4 people:

• Potato 300 g
• Tomato 200 g
• Ham 100 g
• Zucchini 200 g
• Eggs 3
• Grana Padano 2 tbsp
• Extra virgin olive oil to taste
• Salt to taste

Method:

1. Beat the eggs with the grated cheese. Boil the potatoes and cut them into cubes. Sauté the courgettes in a pan with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and mix them with all the ingredients.
2. Preheat the oven to 200 ° and bake for about 20 minutes in a baking tray with parchment paper.

Sources:

https://www.mozzarelladop.it/prodotto/aspetti-nutrizioni