MSG Free Paleo Lemon Dill Ghee
Bright, herby, and deeply satisfying, this compound ghee brings together fresh lemon, fragrant dill, and rich clarified butter into something that feels far more special than the handful of ingredients involved. Every element here is clean and whole — no flavor packets, no powdered seasoning blends, no additives hiding behind a long ingredient label. That matters a lot when you're trying to avoid processed flavor enhancers, because even something as simple as a finishing butter can sneak in unwanted extras at the store. Here, you control every single thing that goes into the jar. The technique is straightforward: melt, whisk, and let it set to a soft, spreadable consistency that clings beautifully to whatever you spoon it over. Grilled fish, roasted vegetables, or a bowl of cauliflower rice all become noticeably better with a dollop on top. Make a batch, tuck it in the fridge, and you've got a two-week supply of a finishing touch that genuinely elevates weeknight cooking.
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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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