Hazelnut Free Paleo Lemon Dill Ghee
Bright, herby, and deeply aromatic, this compound ghee brings together fresh lemon, fragrant dill, and rich clarified butter into something that feels far more special than the sum of its parts. It comes together in one small saucepan with barely any active cooking time, making it an effortless way to elevate weeknight dinners. The result is a soft, spreadable finishing fat that melts beautifully over grilled fish, roasted vegetables, or a bowl of cauliflower rice, adding a pop of citrus and garden-fresh flavor to just about anything. Tree nut allergies can make flavored butters and specialty spreads a minefield at the grocery store, but every single ingredient here is naturally free of that concern — no blends, no mystery additives, just clean, whole-food components. The ghee base also makes this a great fit for anyone following a paleo approach, since it skips dairy solids entirely while still delivering that luxurious, buttery richness. A small jar keeps in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, so you can make one batch and reach for it all week long. It's the kind of simple, versatile condiment that quietly becomes a staple in your kitchen.
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8 servings
- ½ cup ghee
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest, finely grated
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
- 1
Warm the ghee in a small saucepan over low heat until just melted and fluid, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and let it cool for 3–4 minutes until it is warm but no longer steaming.
- 2
Whisk the lemon juice, lemon zest, dill, garlic (if using), salt, and black pepper into the warm ghee until evenly combined.
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