Our inability to buck up and learn to adjust to new textures and tastes is childish. 

I’ve heard the same complaint about Skyr and Greek Yoghurt. It does not taste like full cream curd. That’s because it is not full cream curd. Removing the fat makes is better for most of us who need to restrict calorie intake. 

Same goes for vegetables sautéed in very little oil. 

Low fat paneer will be harder than paneer with more fat. 

Cottage cheese can’t taste like paneer. 

Tofu does not play nice with most Indian dishes. 

Not dousing your sambar rice with ghee will make it less umami. 

Using Skyr to make your curd rice will change the texture a little. 


But we refuse to change. We think of it as compromise. Or worse yet, my ancestors ate like this, why can’t I? 

Your ancestors didn’t live as long you are likely to. 

Your ancestors did not have access to as many calories as you do everyday. 

And your ancestors moved a little more than you do since their lives had far fewer conveniences baked in. 

So buck up and deal with slightly less rich food for the sake of healthier joints and better body composition.