Dairy Tips
Why Desi Ghee Matters in Indian Cooking
February 20, 2026 · Agrawal Dairy
Desi ghee is more than cooking fat — it is flavour, tradition, and nutrition in Indian kitchens.
What is desi ghee?
Desi ghee is clarified butter made from cow or buffalo milk fat, traditionally prepared by slow cooking butter until water evaporates and milk solids separate.
Signs of quality ghee
- Aroma: Nutty, rich fragrance without artificial smell
- Colour: Golden yellow (cow ghee) or slightly deeper (buffalo)
- Texture: Granular when cooled, melts cleanly when heated
- Source: Trusted local dairy with transparent preparation
Uses in the kitchen
- Tempering dals and vegetables
- Festive sweets like ladoo and barfi
- Ayurvedic home remedies (in moderation)
- Enhancing flavour of rice and roti
Agrawal Dairy has supplied desi ghee to Pune households since 1980. Visit our Raviwar Peth store or order online.