Homemade Ghee

In Ayurveda Ghee is sometimes referred to as “liquid gold,” and is a nutritious powerhouse. Or "Maha Sneha" a quality that is building and nourishing as love.

Ghee contains more nutrients than ordinary clarified butter since it is processed with low heat—generally under 100 degrees. It is high in omega-3 fatty acids as well as vitamin A,D and K. Butyric acid, a short-chain fatty acid found in ghee, has been associated with decreased levels of inflammation and better digestive health in human and animal studies.

Ingredients

250 gm. Organic Butter

Directions

Ideally we could use a good butter warmer but a small heavy bottomed pot will suffice.

Melt the butter in this pot and turn the burner to the lowest possible heat. The butter will melt and start to bubble and splutter in about 20 minutes. Keep an eye as you see the milk fats sink to the bottom and stick to the sides. The foam will start to reduce in another 15 minutes. It depends on the stove, mine is an electric non induction so it takes longer. The final consistency should be golden and clear. Use a fine sieve with a cheese cloth to strain into a dry glass container.