Egyptian Ghee/ Clarified butter Recipe - Samna Balady

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat adds fiber and nutrients.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free.

Add desired amount of unsalted butter to a heavy-bottomed pan.

Add 1/4 teaspoon of salt to the butter.

Keep the heat at medium-low and stir the butter as it melts.

Allow the butter to foam up, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.

Cook for 30 minutes to an hour until the butter turns clear and the milk solids are golden.

Remove from heat just before reaching the desired color as it will continue to cook.

Strain the ghee through a cheesecloth or sieve into a container.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Dietary

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