What is ghee called in English?

Ghee is one of the most important dairy products in Indian cuisine and traditional cooking. It is known for its rich aroma, golden colour and very long shelf life. Ghee is commonly used in curries, sweets, breads and religious ceremonies. It is also used in Ayurvedic and traditional diets. With the rising interest in Indian food and wellness products, its popularity expanded to other countries.

What is Ghee called in English?

Ghee is referred to in English as ‘clarified butter’. Ghee is butter that is heated until the water and milk solids evaporate, leaving only pure butterfat. Ghee is cooked for a longer time to make it more aromatic and has a slightly nutty taste. The product has a smooth texture and a golden appearance.

Butter vs Ghee

Butter contains water and milk solids, but ghee is pure fat. Ghee has a higher smoke point than butter, so it’s better for cooking at high heat. Ghee also lasts longer than regular butter, without refrigeration. Cook it and the flavour and texture change.

How is Ghee Made?

Ghee is made by slowly heating butter until all the water evaporates. The milk solids separate and sink to the bottom. The liquid fat remaining is filtered and stored. Slow cooking develops the characteristic aroma and flavour of ghi.

Ghee Uses in Indian Cooking

Ghee is used in dishes like biryani, dal, halwa, laddoo and paratha too. It is also used in frying and roasting spices. Ghee is commonly used in traditional Indian sweets to add richness and improve the flavour.

Interesting Facts About Ghee

High Smoke Point

Ghee can be cooked at a higher temperature than butter. This makes it good for frying and roasting.

Significant in Indian Foods

Ghee is one of the most commonly used fats in traditional Indian cooking. In many festive dishes, ghee is used.

Long lasting

Since the water and the milk solids are removed , ghee lasts longer than butter .

Rich Aroma and Taste

The slow heating creates a nutty aroma and concentrated flavour to add to dishes.

Used in Religious Ceremonies 

Ghee is commonly used in Indian lamps, rituals and temple offerings.