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Traditionally, ghee is used in religious practices and Ayurvedic medicine.

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Ghee on the left; separated milk solids on the right; Audrey Bruno

In Ayurveda, ghee is frequently used as food and medicine, Ma explains.

Sheth recommends using it in moderation and as a substitute for something else, like butter or olive oil.

It’s great for cooking all kinds of cuisines.

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But lately, she says she’s been using it in non-Indian recipes and loving it.

She says it can add a nutty and buttery flavor (without the lactose!)

to everything from roasted veggies like green beans to popcorn.

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And it’s super easy to make!

Set the pot over a medium heat and add as much butter as you likethere’s no limit.

White bubbles will gradually begin to form, which Krishna says are the milk solids.

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Ghee on the left; separated milk solids on the right; Audrey Bruno

Using a spoon or a fork or whatever you have around, remove the white bubbles from the top.

At this point, the liquid should be making a soft, bubbling sound.

Because the water has been removed, it can safely be stored at room temperature where it will solidify.

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And that’s it!

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