Homemade Ghee (Clarified Butter)

Not all cooking fats are created equal, and ghee is one of the best choices for high heat cooking. Thanks to its high smoke point and excellent heat stability, it’s perfect for baking, roasting, sautéing, and stir frying without compromising on flavor. Better yet, it’s incredibly easy to make at home using just one ingredient, good quality butter.

Ghee is a natural source of fat soluble vitamins, including vitamins A, E, and K. During the clarification process, most of the milk solids are removed, making it very low in lactose and casein. Its rich, buttery flavor means a little goes a long way, making it an easy addition to both sweet and savory recipes. As we always say, no single food will transform your health, but choosing quality ingredients and building balanced eating habits can make a big difference over time.

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Homemade Ghee Recipe

Prep Time: 5 min | Cook Time: 15 min | Yields: 2 cups

Ingredients

+ 16 oz (450 g) unsalted, organic, grass-fed butter

Directions

Place the butter in a saucepan and heat it over medium heat until melted. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the butter turns a clear, golden color. Remove from the heat and let it cool slightly.

Once the milk solids have settled at the bottom of the pan, carefully pour the ghee through a fine mesh strainer lined with cheesecloth into clean glass jars. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 6 months and use it as a cooking fat whenever needed. Enjoy!

Amount per tablespoon