Shellfish Free Paleo Lemon Dill Ghee
Bright, herby, and deeply savory, this compound ghee is the kind of finishing touch that makes a simple weeknight dinner feel genuinely special. Fresh dill and lemon zest lift the richness of the ghee into something almost floral, while a whisper of garlic and cracked black pepper keep it grounded and bold. The whole thing comes together in one small saucepan with barely any active effort — just melt, whisk, and let it set. It's a brilliant way to add a restaurant-quality flourish to grilled fish, roasted vegetables, or a bowl of cauliflower rice without reaching for anything processed or questionable. Because every ingredient here is whole and clean, you never have to second-guess what's in it the way you might with a store-bought flavored butter or sauce. Make a jar on Sunday and you'll have a versatile, ready-to-go condiment waiting in the fridge for up to two weeks, ready to rewarm and pour the moment dinner needs a little something extra.
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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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