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Homemade Ghee

Making ghee or clarified butter at home is easy, delicious, and much more budget-friendly than buying it. I use this liquid gold for everything!
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time32 minutes
Course: Condiments

Equipment

  • Glass container for storing
  • Cheesecloth or nut milk bag

Ingredients

  • 1 lb butter

Instructions

  • Slice the butter into cubes and place in a pot on medium heat.
  • Melt the butter and bring to a simmer. Stir occasionally to ensure even melting.
  • After several minutes, foam will appear and there will be spattering.
  • Using a spoon, skim off the foam. Repeat as needed until most of the foam is removed.
  • Continue cooking the clarified butter on low until it deepens in color and becomes fragrant, about another 15 minutes. The milk solids on the bottom of the pan will become dark golden brown.
  • At this stage, turn off the heat and let it cool for a few minutes. Then strain the ghee through a cheesecloth into a glass storage container.