Donkey Milk
RareMediterranean Europe and other limited production regions
Milk produced by domestic donkeys. It is a low-fat, lactose-rich equine milk produced commercially only on a relatively small scale.
About Donkey Milk
Milk produced by domestic donkeys. It is a low-fat, lactose-rich equine milk produced commercially only on a relatively small scale.
Nutrition
Fat0.3–1.8%
Proteinabout 2%
Lactose5.8–7.4%
Common Uses
◌ Drinking◌ Specialty dairy products
Interesting Facts
- Donkey milk contains substantially less fat than typical cow milk.
- Its lactose concentration is comparatively high.
- Like mare milk, donkey milk contains relatively low levels of fat and protein compared with most ruminant milks.