New delhi: Adulteration in food items available in the market has become a common problem, and ghee is also not untouched by it. Artificial fragrance, adulted oil or other harmful elements have been found in many ghee brands available in the market, which can be harmful to health. In such a situation, if you are conscious about health of your family, then the best option is to make pure desi ghee at home.
Making ghee at home is not only safe, but it is also better in terms of taste and health. Vitamins A, D, E and K Present in Desi Ghee Are Helpful In Increasing The Immunity of the Body. It also also improves digestion and strengthens bones.
Cow or Buffalo Milk (full cream)
Cream (Stored for at Least 7-10 Days)
Some Water
First of all, boil the full cream milk and let it cool down. Keep collecting the cream that setles on top of the milk. Keep it in a container in the fridge for about a week.
When enough cream is collected, churn it in a mixer by adding little water. This will make the butter float on top.
There are numerous health benefits of ghee (source: internet)
Collect this butter and put it in a heavy bottom vessel and heat it on low flame.
After some time this butter will start melting and foam will start coming out of it. Keep cooking it slowly until golden color appears from the bottom and transparent ghee from the top.
Now turn off the gas and let the mixture cool down. Then filter it and store it in a glass jar
Now that you know the easy way to make pure desi ghee at home, say goodbye to adulterated market ghee and adopt homemade, healthy and tasty alternatives.
