Best 3 Spiced Ghee Recipes

Embark on a culinary journey to explore the delightful world of spiced ghee, a staple condiment in Indian cuisine renowned for its rich, nutty flavor and versatility. In this comprehensive guide, you'll discover a collection of carefully curated recipes that showcase the diverse applications of this culinary gold. From traditional to contemporary dishes, each recipe unravels a unique taste profile, transforming everyday meals into extraordinary culinary experiences.

**Highlight of the article:**

* **Classic Spiced Ghee:** Experience the essence of traditional spiced ghee with this classic recipe. A harmonious blend of spices like cumin, coriander, and ginger, infused into clarified butter, creates a symphony of flavors that elevates any dish.

* **Garlic-Infused Ghee:** Elevate your culinary creations with the aromatic allure of garlic-infused ghee. Fresh garlic cloves gently sizzle in the ghee, releasing their pungent flavor, resulting in a condiment that adds a savory depth to stir-fries, roasted vegetables, and grilled meats.

* **Spiced Ghee with Curry Leaves:** Discover the magic of South Indian cuisine with this aromatic spiced ghee infused with curry leaves. The earthy fragrance of curry leaves, combined with the warmth of cumin and mustard seeds, creates a tantalizing condiment that complements rice dishes, lentil stews, and vegetable curries.

* **Lemon-Spiced Ghee:** Embark on a refreshing culinary adventure with lemon-spiced ghee. The vibrant zest of lemon harmonizes with a medley of spices, creating a tangy and aromatic condiment that brightens up grilled fish, chicken, and salads.

* **Green Chili Spiced Ghee:** Ignite your taste buds with the fiery heat of green chili spiced ghee. Fresh green chilies, along with a blend of cumin and coriander, bring a vibrant spiciness to this condiment, perfect for adding a kick to curries, stir-fries, and vegetable dishes.

With this diverse collection of spiced ghee recipes, you'll have an arsenal of culinary treasures to transform your meals into extraordinary feasts. From savory to tangy, earthy to fiery, these recipes cater to a wide range of palates and culinary preferences. So, prepare to embark on a journey of flavor exploration and elevate your cooking skills to new heights.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HOW TO MAKE GHEE (EASY, PLAIN VS. SPICED)

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Making ghee at home is super simple! I am sharing a classic recipe on how to make ghee, plus a fun variation in the video.

Provided by Yang

Categories Ingredient

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 1

Ingredients

2 lb grass-fed unsalted butter

Steps:

Roughly cut the butter into large pieces, then place into a pot. Heat the pot on high heat to melt the butter.
Once the butter starts to boil, turn the heat to medium. Continue to boil the butter as foam rises to the top.
Cook the butter for about 25 minutes until the liquid turns clear. The milk solids should sink to the bottom of the pot and begin to caramelize. Turn off the heat.
Skim any foams from the top. Pour the clear liquid from top of the pot through a coffee filter or nut milk bag, leave hind any milk solids in the bottom. Store filtered ghee in glass jars either in the fridge or in room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2160 kcal, Fat 240 g, SaturatedFat 144 g, Cholesterol 480 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

SPICED GHEE RECIPE (NITER KIBBEH)

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This recipe for Spiced Ghee, also known as Niter Kibbeh in Djibouti and Ethiopia, is a unique way to use your Instant Pot! The Ghee is infused with the flavors of cumin, cinnamon, cardamom and more.

Provided by The Foreign Fork

Categories appetizers sides spreads

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 lb butter (I used Kerrygold brand)
½ tbsp Cardamom pods
5 Cloves
⅓ tsp Cumin seeds
10 black peppercorns
1 cinnamon stick (optional)
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tsp Fresh garlic
1 tsp Fresh ginger
¼ tsp Ground nutmeg
¼ tsp Ground turmeric
¼ tsp Ground cinnamon

Steps:

Turn the Instant Pot to the lowest SAUTE setting and add the whole spices (cardamom pods, cloves, cumin seeds, black peppercorns, and cinnamon sticks, if using). Toast until fragrant or for about 5 minutes.
Add the onion, garlic, and ginger and saute for about 3 minutes.
Add the rest of the spices and the butter to the Instant Pot. Stir on the lowest SAUTE setting until the butter melts.
Once the butter has melted, set a timer for 10 minutes. Stir every minute or two during this time. The butter should come to a low simmer.
A foam will start to form on top of the butter, but eventually this foam will settle and will sink to the bottom.
When the foam has mostly settled at the bottom (this should take until your timer goes off), turn the Instant Pot off but leave the liner in the pot. Allow the butter to continue cooking with the residual heat for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. The proteins (the foam) that sank to the bottom should turn a golden brown color and everything should be almost completely settled. See photos above for visual cues.
Once the butter is finished cooking, line a mesh strainer with a cheesecloth and place on top of a glass bowl. Ladle the ghee into the mesh strainer so that only the clear ghee is left over and all of the spices are removed.
Serve with anything you'd like. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 recipe, Calories 3322 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 369 g, SaturatedFat 233 g, TransFat 15 g, Cholesterol 975 mg, Sodium 3248 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 4 g, UnsaturatedFat 110 g

INDIAN SPICED GHEE

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Provided by Katja from Savory Lotus

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 and 1/2 cup ghee (make at home or buy here)
2 tsp mustard seed (like this)
2 tsp cumin seed (like this)
4 tsp turmeric (I use this one)
2 tsp coriander powder
1/2 tsp cumin powder
1 tsp ginger powder
1/2 tsp cinnamon powder
3 tsp fennel seeds (like this)
5 whole cardamom pods (like this), crushed

Steps:

Gently heat 1/4 cup ghee in a heavy bottom pan on LOW-MEDIUM.
Once melted, add mustard and cumin seeds and turn down heat to LOW. Allow to cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring once in a while.
Meanwhile place rest of spices in a small bowl.
Add spice mix to pot and continue to cook on LOW for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. The spices will become fragrant.
Pour in the rest of the ghee and allow to warm on LOW for 20 minutes, uncovered. Be sure that it is very LOW. The ghee should not bubble in any way. The low heat is just to help the spices infuse.
Remove from heat and allow to cool for 30 minutes.
Strain with a fine mesh strainer into a glass jar. Enjoy!

Tips:

Use unsalted butter: This will give you more control over the flavor of your ghee. You can always add salt to taste at the end of the cooking process if desired.
Use a heavy-bottomed pan: This will help to prevent the butter from burning.
Cook the butter slowly over low heat: This will help to release the butter's flavor and prevent it from burning.
Watch the ghee carefully: It can go from golden brown to burnt very quickly.
Strain the ghee through a cheesecloth: This will remove any impurities.
Store the ghee in a cool, dark place: Ghee can be stored for up to 6 months in the refrigerator or up to 1 year in the freezer.

Conclusion:

Spiced ghee is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be stored for up to 6 months in the refrigerator or up to 1 year in the freezer. If you are looking for a healthy and flavorful way to add flavor to your dishes, spiced ghee is a great option.