
Bright, herby, and deeply savory, this compound ghee is the kind of finishing touch that makes a simple piece of grilled fish or a sheet pan of roasted vegetables taste genuinely restaurant-worthy. Every ingredient here is exactly what it says it is — clarified butter, fresh citrus, garden dill, a whisper of garlic — with zero fillers, sweeteners, or processed additives to worry about. That matters more than you might think, because flavored butters and finishing sauces from the store are notorious for sneaking in corn-derived ingredients, from sweetened flavor enhancers to modified starch thickeners. Making your own takes about five minutes of active effort and gives you complete control over what goes on your food. The lemon zest and fresh dill keep things lively and aromatic, while the ghee itself provides that rich, nutty depth that regular butter just can't quite match. Spoon it over cauliflower rice, melt it onto grilled salmon straight from the pan, or let it firm up in a little ramekin and use it like a compound butter all week long. It keeps in the fridge for up to two weeks, so one small batch quietly upgrades everything you cook.
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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.
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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