ghee

[gee]

noun

1. a kind of liquid butter, used especially in the cooking of India, made from the milk of cows or buffaloes and clarified by boiling.

ghee

/ ɡiː /

noun

1. butter, clarified by boiling, used in Indian cookery

Word History and Origins

Origin of ghee¹

First recorded in 1655–65, ghee is from the Hindi word ghī

Word History and Origins

Origin of ghee¹

C17: from Hindi ghī, from Sanskrit ghri sprinkle

Example Sentences

“It was like ghee, ghee, ghee,” Smith said struggling to duplicate the sound.

From Los Angeles Times

For Indian cuisine, consider stocking turmeric, garam masala, mustard seeds, curry leaves and ghee.

From Salon

A board spokesperson told reporters that they were sourcing ghee from five companies via tenders.

From BBC

I love the sizzle of the hot, spiced ghee when it is poured into the lentils, the way that dal envelops a bowl of rice like a hug.

From Seattle Times

If you happen to have ghee on hand, use it in place of butter for a subtly richer, more nuanced flavor.

From Washington Times

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