Ghee Usli Ghee Recipe

Discover the rich, nutty flavor of homemade ghee! This easy-to-follow recipe guides you through the process of clarifying butter, resulting in a versatile ingredient perfect for countless Indian dishes and more. Learn how to make this kitchen staple from scratch in just 35 minutes. Transform ordinary butter into golden, flavorful ghee – perfect for sautéing, baking, and adding a luxurious touch to your favorite recipes.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 2170.1 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Ghee Usli Ghee

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How to Make Ghee Usli Ghee

  1. Place 1 pound (4 sticks) of unsalted butter into a heavy-bottomed saucepan over very low heat.
  2. Do not stir the butter. Allow it to melt completely.
  3. Once melted, gently increase the heat to a low simmer.
  4. Once it begins to foam or bubble slightly, stir once gently and immediately reduce the heat to the lowest setting.
  5. Simmer the butter gently, uncovered, for 30 minutes, or until the milk solids settle to the bottom and the ghee turns a clear, golden color. The milk solids will turn a golden brown and crispy.
  6. Prepare a fine-mesh strainer lined with several layers of cheesecloth or a coffee filter.
  7. Carefully pour the clarified butter through the strainer, ensuring no milk solids are transferred into the container.
  8. Pour the golden ghee into a clean, airtight jar.
  9. Allow to cool completely before covering and labeling.
  10. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

777g

Carbs

0g