What Can I Cook With Ghee?
20 delicious dish ideas to try with ghee
Got ghee in your kitchen? Here are quick and easy dishes you can make right now - from Indian classics to global favorites. No long recipes, just pure inspiration.
20 Dishes You Can Make With Ghee
What Can I Cook With Ghee And...
🍚With Rice:
- →Ghee Rice
- →Ghee Podi Rice
- →Dal Chawal with Ghee
🍞With Bread / Roti:
- →Ghee Naan
- →Parathas in Ghee
- →Chapati with Ghee
- →Bajra Roti with Ghee
Common Mistakes When Cooking Ghee
- ✕Don't heat ghee to extremely high temps - even though it has a high smoke point, it can burn
- ✕Don't store ghee with a wet spoon - moisture causes it to spoil
- ✕Use clean, dry spoon every time
- ✕Don't refrigerate ghee - it solidifies and is hard to use; room temp is fine
- ✕Don't confuse ghee with butter - ghee is lactose-free and has a nuttier flavor
How to Store Ghee
Ghee lasts 3-6 months at room temperature. Up to 12 months in the fridge.
Learn more about ghee storageFrequently Asked Questions
What can I cook with ghee?
Everything - dal tadka, ghee rice, halwa, parathas, roasted vegetables, or simply spread on hot roti.
Is ghee healthier than butter?
Ghee is lactose-free, has a higher smoke point, and is rich in fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K.
What is the fastest dish to make with ghee?
Ghee rice takes 5 minutes if you have cooked rice. Ghee on hot chapati is instant comfort food.
Can ghee be frozen?
Yes, but it's unnecessary - ghee lasts months at room temperature due to low moisture content.
What spices go well with ghee?
Cumin, mustard seeds, curry leaves, cardamom, saffron, and cinnamon all bloom beautifully in ghee.