In the cuisine of most Asian countries, such exotic “raw materials” as camel milk are used. A drink is prepared from it, which, as a rule, is called “shubat” (among Arabs, Kazakhs and other peoples). Previously, it was considered the most important product of the nomads. At the same time, shubat (or, in other words, camel koumiss) is highly appreciated now, due to the content of substances useful for the body in its composition.
Useful properties of a camel milk drink
Having talked about the name of camel koumiss, let us consider in more detail the properties of camel milk. This product has a specific taste with a slightly sweet taste. Camel milk is one of the main sources of vitamins and other beneficial elements in the desert. In it you can find a high content of proteins, fats, vitamins of groups B, C and D, as well as minerals (iron, sulfur, calcium, phosphorus and others).
Also, the milk of this animal has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties that are not lost during processing. They can be found in a drink such as camel koumiss. This can be explained by the fact that the “desert ships” feed on a special plant, at first glance unsightly, but in fact containing minerals and many different acids, - thorns.
Camel koumiss can be prescribed as a restorative for such diseases:
- Asthma and tuberculosis.
- Cirrhosis of the liver and other diseases of this organ.
- Diabetes.
- Skin diseases, psoriasis.
- Stomach disease.
How to make shubat?
Camel koumiss (shubat) is quite easy to make. To do this, you must have a special device - a leather bag (torso). But if such a thing is hard to find, you can cook in wooden dishes (small barrels). Warm filtered milk, the camels are poured into a container, add leaven to it and leave it to "reach" in a warm place. The drink can be consumed after a day, and you do not need to shake it during the soured process. Before serving, shubat must be mixed and poured into bowls.
Depending on the exposure time of the drink, koumiss is conditionally divided into the following types:
- Young (one day). This species has a sweet-sour taste, recommended for anemic and nursing mothers.
- Medium strength (standing 2-3 days). This drink is believed to be of better quality, as it lasts longer. However, its taste is much more acidic. At the same time, salt can be added to the shubat.
Interesting Facts
There are known cases of cure for such complex diseases as leukemia and stomach cancer with the use of camel milk and drinks made from this product. Thus, according to the author of the book in Arabic, “Tariq al-hidaya fi dar mahatyr al-jin vash-shayatyn”, the Bedouins helped to cure four Englishmen who were already at the last stage of leukemia. When they arrived in the desert, the sick had already lost hope of recovery. However, having undergone treatment, which included eating and drinking camel milk, as well as a healing product from the urine of this animal, people recovered completely.
Koumiss from camel milk has valuable healing and nutritional properties. The knowledge of such “gifts” of nature will allow many people to maintain longevity and restore lost health.