Niter Kebbeh Spiced Ghee Recipe

Elevate your cooking with this exquisite Niter Kebbeh Spiced Ghee! This fragrant clarified butter, a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine, boasts a rich, nutty flavor thanks to a unique blend of warming spices. Perfect for drizzling over kebabs, vegetables, or even popcorn, this recipe is surprisingly easy and yields a ghee that will store for weeks. Originally posted in 2005, this recipe has been updated with precise measurements for a consistently delicious result.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 265.1 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Niter Kebbeh Spiced Ghee

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How to Make Niter Kebbeh Spiced Ghee

  1. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, gently melt 1 cup (2 sticks) of unsalted butter over very low heat. Avoid browning.
  2. Increase heat to medium-low and bring the melted butter to a simmer until a light foam appears on the surface.
  3. Reduce heat to low. Add 1 medium onion (finely chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 inch ginger (grated), 1 teaspoon turmeric powder, ½ teaspoon ground cardamom, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon ground cloves, ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ¼ teaspoon fenugreek seeds, and 2 tablespoons fresh basil (chopped).
  4. Simmer uncovered for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the ghee separates. You'll see a clear golden liquid on top and brown solids at the bottom.
  5. Carefully pour the clear golden liquid ghee through several layers of cheesecloth or a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth into a heatproof jar, leaving behind the solids and spices.
  6. Discard the solids and spices.
  7. Allow the ghee to cool completely. Once cool, tightly seal the jar and store in the refrigerator for up to 6 weeks or at room temperature in a cool, dark place for up to 3 weeks.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

93g

Carbs

0g