Posted by: Off the Grid Girls | December 7, 2007

How To Clarify Butter

How To Clarify Butter

 

Clarified butter has a higher smoke point than butter, making it better for sautéing. It’s also known as drawn butter and ghee.

Difficulty: Easy

Time Required: 10 minutes

 

What You Need:

  • 8 ounces of butter
  • Small, heavy saucepan

Here’s How:

  1. In a heavy 1-quart saucepan, melt 8 ounces of butter over low heat.
  2. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, or until it has just about stopped crackling.
  3. Remove from heat and let stand for 10 minutes. Milk solids will settle to the bottom.
  4. Strain the clear liquid into a container.zSB(3,3)
  5. Keep for up to 1 month in the refrigerator.

Tips:

  1. Use clarified butter as a dipping sauce for lobster and other seafood.

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