How to Make Ghee - Step by Step Guide
Nothing quite compares to the magic of homemade, golden ghee. Ghee is considered one of Ayurveda’s top superfoods for its rejuvenating, nourishing and anti-inflammatory qualities.www.ayurvedawithrebecca.comEffect on Doshas: VPK- (K+ in excess)
Ingredients
- 2-4 sticks unsalted organic butter
Instructions
- Put the butter into a good quality pot (without a lid) and heat on medium to high until the butter begins to melt
- When the butter is melted, reduce the heat so it is slightly bubbling and continue to simmer for about 15 minutes
- Using a clean metal serving spoon, skim the white foam off the top and discard in a separate bowl
- Stir occasionally to ensure it doesn’t burn or stick to the bottom of the pan and continue to occasionally skim the foamy white milk solids as they appear
- After another 10 minutes or so, the remaining white foam will begin to solidify into curds and you will see the clear golden liquid beneath
- When the curds begin to turn a golden colour, the ghee is ready. It should also start to smell like popcorn!
- Let the ghee cool and the curds will sink
- When it is at a safe temperature, pour the ghee through a fine strainer or muslin cloth into an clean, airtight jar
Notes
Making ghee is very easy, but it can feel a little intimidating at first. I tried to add extra detail to help troubleshoot any issues you might come across. But really, making ghee comes down to just these 3 very (very) simple steps:
- Take organic, unsalted butter and heat it until it bubbles
- Simmer for about 30 minutes until the milk solids evaporate
- Strain and store in a clean, airtight jar