CultureAugust 8, 2026

laban

luh-BAHN

Definition

A traditional fermented milk drink, similar to a thin yogurt or kefir, common in Middle Eastern cuisine.

Etymology

The word comes from the Arabic term 'laban,' meaning 'milk' or 'yogurt,' and it has been used for centuries to describe fermented dairy products in the Arab world.

In the news

Laban is mentioned as an example of a fermented food that exists in Saudi Arabian cuisine, serving as a reminder that fermentation is present even in cultures that do not center their diet around it.

4 Countries With a Deep Love of Fermented Foods – and 5 That Avoid Them Entirely

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