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Know Ghee Better

Desi Ghee, also called pure bilona ghee, has been a cornerstone of Indian kitchens for centuries. Made using the traditional bilona method, curd is slowly churned to extract butter, which is then simmered to remove water and milk solids. The result is a rich, golden fat that is lactose-free, nutrient-packed, and long-lasting. Unlike regular butter or processed ghee, bilona ghee retains its authentic aroma, flavor, and natural benefits, making it ideal for cooking, frying, or drizzling over meals.

Bilona ghee is a nutrition powerhouse, rich in healthy fats, vitamins A, D, E, K, and butyrate, supporting digestion, immunity, and wellness. With a high smoke point, it is perfect for sautéing, frying, and roasting without forming harmful free radicals. Its nutty flavor enhances both traditional and modern dishes, from dal and khichdi to baked goods. Incorporating pure bilona ghee daily improves flavor, supports gut health, and preserves authentic Indian culinary heritage.

People in the subcontinent use in curries, to make parathas, in sweets and even as a topping in a bowl of daal (lentils). It must be noted that to enjoy its complete benefits and taste, ghee must be prepared the right way, following traditional methods. A slight change in preparation would give you just clarified butter, not pure ghee.

Using traditional methods of preparation has been the strength of Annkritifor their 20 years plus history in India. After leading the market with Indian style Yoghurt and Paneer, Annkriticreated another winner in their Pure Desi Ghee.

The first locally made ghee using 100% pure butterfat, Annkritipure ghee is the closest you can come to home-made ghee in India.

Purity speaks for itself and it only took a few months for the consumer to see the difference between overseas products and their favourite local brand. People loved the familiar aroma and taste of Annkriti pure ghee and it is now a proud and successful member of the Annkritirange. What’s more, it has also won Gold and Silver awards for quality at DIAA as well Royal – continuing in the award-winning tradition of other products by Annkriti.

Annkritipure desi ghee is available at most Indian shops and a few select IGA stores as well.

QUALITIES OF PURE GHEE

If it's pure, you can be sure

  • Shelf-stable Due to its low moisture content and lack of dairy, ghee won’t turn rancid at room temperature like butter and retains its original flavor and freshness for up to a year without refrigeration.
  • High Smoke Point Ghee’s smoke point – the temperature at which the oil begins to smoke and generate toxic fumes and harmful free radicals – is nearly 500°F, which is higher than most cooking oils and much higher than ordinary butter’s smoke point of 350°F.
  • Stimulates the digestive system Ghee stimulates the secretion of stomach acids to aid in digestion, while other fats and oils, can slow down the body’s digestive process and sit heavy in the stomach.
  • Suitable for the dairy intolerant Ghee is produced when butter is clarified, meaning all but trace amounts of lactose and casein are removed. Though tiny amounts of lactose or casein can remain, they exist at a level low enough not to cause concern for a Paleo dieter or those with Lactose or casein intolerance.

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