Ingredients for Smen
- Unsalted Butter
- Dried Oregano Leaves
- Sea Salt
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How to Make Smen
- Melt 2 lbs (907g) of unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
- Wrap 1 tablespoon of dried oregano in a small piece of cheesecloth.
- Securely tie the cheesecloth sachet with cotton string and submerge it in the melted butter.
- Reduce heat to the lowest setting and simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until the butter separates into a clear, golden liquid and a milky sediment (approximately 25-30 minutes).
- Carefully pour off the golden liquid, leaving the milky sediment behind. Strain the golden liquid through a piece of clean, fine muslin cloth into a heatproof bowl to remove any remaining oregano or impurities.
- Discard the milky sediment and the oregano sachet.
- Transfer the clarified butter to a hot, sterilized glass jar.
- Add 1-2 teaspoons of fine sea salt (or to taste) and mix thoroughly until the salt is completely dissolved.
- Cover the jar tightly and let it stand in a cool, dark place for 1-2 weeks to allow the mixture to develop its characteristic pungent flavor. The longer it ages, the more intense the flavor will become.
- After 1-2 weeks, carefully drain any liquid that has separated from the top of the jar.
- Refrigerate the Smen butter. Use within 6 months for optimal flavor.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
195 g
Sugar
1g
Fat
777g
Carbs
0g
