Here is a simple recipe for making desi ghee (clarified butter):
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) unsalted butter
Instructions:
- Cut the butter into small pieces and place it in a saucepan over low heat.
- Let the butter melt slowly, stirring occasionally to ensure it melts evenly.
- Once the butter has melted, increase the heat to medium and let it come to a boil.
- Once the butter has come to a boil, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes.
- As the butter simmers, foam and impurities will rise to the surface. Skim these off with a spoon and discard them.
- After 10-15 minutes, the ghee should be clear and have a golden color. It is ready when the milk solids at the bottom of the pan start to turn brown and the ghee has a nutty aroma.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let the ghee cool for a few minutes.
- Strain the ghee through a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a clean, heat-proof glass jar or container.
- Let the ghee cool completely before using or storing it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
Note: Be careful not to overcook the ghee, as it can easily burn and become bitter.