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Easy Ghee
Get ready to experience the incredible flavor of homemade ghee with our simple recipe. Made from high-quality unsalted butter, this golden delight will add a rich, nutty essence to your cooking. With just a few easy steps, you can create your ghee that's perfect for enhancing a variety of dishes. So, let's dive in and learn how to make this delicious and versatile ingredient.
Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Total Time
47 mins
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 134 kcal
Course:
Dessert , Lunch
Cuisine:
Indian
Ingredients
- 1 Pound unsalted butter
Instructions
- Start by selecting high-quality unsalted butter. Aim for organic, grass-fed butter if possible, as this will result in the best flavor.
- Place the butter in a saucepan and set the heat to medium. Allow the butter to melt completely, stirring occasionally to ensure it doesn't stick to the pan.
- Once the butter has melted, you will notice a layer of foam forming on top. Skim this foam off with a spoon and discard it.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the butter simmer until the solids begin to settle at the bottom of the pan and the top becomes clear. This should take about 10-15 minutes. Be careful not to burn the solids, as this will affect the flavor of the ghee.
- Once the solids have settled, turn off the heat and allow the ghee to cool for a few minutes. Then, carefully pour the ghee through a fine-mesh strainer into a heatproof glass jar. Discard the solids left in the strainer.
- Your homemade ghee is now ready to use! Store it in an airtight container in the pantry or refrigerator, and use it in place of other cooking oils. Enjoy its rich, nutty flavor in a variety of dishes.
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Notes
- How to Store
- Store ghee in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 months or in the refrigerator for up to a year. When stored correctly, ghee does not need to be refrigerated, but keeping it in the refrigerator can extend its shelf life.
- Make-Ahead
- To make ghee ahead of time, cool it completely in a sealed glass jar. Store the jar in a cool, dark place or refrigerate for extended shelf life. This convenient make-ahead method ensures you have flavorful ghee readily available whenever you need it to enhance your dishes.
- Usage Tips
- Ghee has a high smoke point, which makes it a great choice for high-heat cooking methods such as frying and sautéing. Its rich, nutty flavor can also enhance the flavor of a wide range of dishes, from curries and stews to baked goods and sauces.