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Description
Ghee is the clarified, purified form of butter with a nutty flavor that works beautifully in the kitchen. Its high smoke point makes it perfect for frying, deep-frying, baking, and cooking at high temperatures without losing its nutritional quality. Ghee adds depth to both sweet and savory dishes—whether spread on toast, seasoning vegetables, or adding richness to rice and curries. With its buttery aroma and slight cheese notes, ghee enhances flavors while offering a lactose-free alternative for those avoiding traditional butter. It’s also a great source of healthy fats, supporting digestion and overall health. Ghee is a staple in many diets worldwide, especially in traditional Indian cuisine. Incorporating ghee into your meals is an easy way to enjoy a cooking fat with unique nutritional benefits.
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Benefits
High Smoke Point: Ghee can be heated to very high temperatures without breaking down, making it ideal for frying, deep-frying, and high-heat cooking while maintaining its nutritional integrity.
Rich Flavor Enhancer: With its nutty and slightly cheesy aroma, ghee elevates the taste of various dishes, including baked goods, curries, and vegetables, enriching culinary experiences.
Supports Digestive Health: Ghee contains butyrate, a short-chain fatty acid that promotes gut health by aiding digestion and fostering a balanced intestinal environment.
Lactose-Free and Casein-Free: Naturally free from lactose and casein, ghee is an excellent choice for individuals with dairy sensitivities or allergies, ensuring a safe alternative.
Promotes Absorption of Nutrients: The healthy fats in ghee enhance the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins such as A, D, E, and K, contributing to overall wellness and nutrient utilization.
High Smoke Point: Ghee can be heated to very high temperatures without breaking down, making it ideal for frying, deep-frying, and high-heat cooking while maintaining its nutritional integrity.
Rich Flavor Enhancer: With its nutty and slightly cheesy aroma, ghee elevates the taste of various dishes, including baked goods, curries, and vegetables, enriching culinary experiences.
Supports Digestive Health: Ghee contains butyrate, a short-chain fatty acid that promotes gut health by aiding digestion and fostering a balanced intestinal environment.
Lactose-Free and Casein-Free: Naturally free from lactose and casein, ghee is an excellent choice for individuals with dairy sensitivities or allergies, ensuring a safe alternative.
Promotes Absorption of Nutrients: The healthy fats in ghee enhance the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins such as A, D, E, and K, contributing to overall wellness and nutrient utilization.
Glycemic Load [GL]
A food's glycemic load reflects its potential to raise blood sugar levels after consumption. The impact of ingesting one gram of glucose is roughly equivalent to one glycemic load unit. The glycemic load is calculated by multiplying the total carbohydrate content of a food by its glycemic index and then dividing by 100. The range of low GL values is 0–10. A GL between 11 and 19 is considered medium, while a GL over 20 is considered high.
0.0 | Low
Glycemic Index [GI]
The glycemic index measures the increase in blood sugar levels brought on by consuming a particular carbohydrate within two hours of ingestion. It is displayed on a scale from 0 to 100, with 100 denoting the effect of pure glucose. High-glycemic-index foods [70+] quickly release glucose into the bloodstream, which raises blood sugar levels. Foods with a medium [56–69] and low GI [0-55] release glucose into the blood gradually.
0.0 | Low
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