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Homemade Ghee from Butter
Discover the golden elixir of ghee, a clarified butter that's not only lactose-free but also boasts a high smoke point and rich, nutty flavor. Perfect for cooking, this homemade version is a staple for healthy and flavorful cuisine.
Total time20 min
Calories120 kcal
Protein0g
ServesN/A (yields approximately 80% of butter weight)
Step by step
Method
- 01
Heat unsalted butter in a pan over low to medium heat.
- 02
Let it simmer for 10 minutes. It will start to foam at about 5 minutes, then most of the foam will be gone by 7 minutes, and almost all gone by the end.
- 03
The ghee is ready when the milk solids that settle on the base of the pan turn golden.
- 04
Strain through a mesh colander lined with a single sheet of cheesecloth.
- 05
Pour into a jar for storage. Keep in the pantry for up to 3 months (will have a peanut butter consistency depending on temperature) or in the fridge for 1 year (hardens like butter). ### **Macros per 1 tablespoon (approx. 14g)** •Calories: 120 kcal •Protein: 0g •Carbs: 0g •Fat: 13g
Useful, not complicated
Gabriela's tips
Small changes that make this recipe easier to fit into real life.
Prep once
Chop the vegetables and measure the seasonings before heating the pan so the cooking stays calm and nothing overcooks.
Make it your own
Use the vegetables you already have and keep the same cooking method; this recipe is flexible enough for practical substitutions.
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