Homemade Ghee

Ghee is the Sanskrit word for clarified butter.Ghee has quite a long history

and has been used in Indian cooking for many thousands of years and Hindu

rituals.Ghee does not spoil easily and can be stored for extended periods

without refrigeration if it is kept in an airtight container to prevent oxidation

and remains moisture-free.

A good quality ghee can add to the aroma,flavor and taste to the food.However,

the texture,color and taste of ghee depends on the source of the milk from which

the butter was made and the extent of boiling.The Cow ghee is yellow in color

while the buffalo ghee has off-white cream color.Ghee can be reheated for deep

frying and often preferred by many as it will not burn during frying because of its

high smoking point.

How to make ghee at home ?

Ingredients:

Unsalted Butter

Method:

Add all unsalted butter into a deep and heavy-bottom pan and

cook it on medium heat.

After some time foam will appear on butter and milk solids will

start to settle down.

Continue cooking till all milk solids settle down and white foam

appears over butter.

Wait till the ghee cools down.Strain using a tea stainer and store

 it  into a jar/bottle.

Tips :

1) Use only heavy bottom deep pan.

2) To avoid over boiling of butter keep spatula downward facing

    and in a tilt position.

Health Benefits of Ghee :

Ghee has been used for over 2,000 years in Ayurveda which is the ancient natural

healing system of India.It can withstand the high heat in baking and is a great way

to preserve butter.It has a longer shelf life.Given below are some of the benefits of

Butter.

1) According to Ayurveda the usage of Ghee is a vital food for healthy skin,mental

   clarity and digestion.It is used in Indian medicinal practice to help with ulcers,

   constipation and the promotion of healthy eyes and skin.It is said to be good for

   increasing memory and is said to balance to the mind and enhance brain function.

2) Ghee can be used for the treatment of burns and blisters.

3) Ghee is a safer alternative for those who are lactose intolerant.

4) Ghee is an easily digestible source of saturated fat that contains

    no Tran’s fats or hydrogenated fats.

5) Ghee contains butyric acid which is said to have anti-cancer and

    anti-viral properties.

6) Ghee contains conjugated linolenic acid which is helpful in losing weight,

    especially belly fat and has been known to slow the progress of some types

    of cancer and heart disease.However,it is advised to use it on moderate

    quantities.

7) Ghee is rich with antioxidants and acts as an aid in the absorption of vitamins

    and minerals from other foods and strengthens the immune system.

    However,people with high cholesterol are advised not to use ghee as it can

    increase the risk for heart disease.