Ghee
(noun)
A type of clarified butter that is commonly used in South Asian cuisine and Ayurvedic medicine.
Origin:
Derived from the sanskrit word "ghrita", meaning "applied, smeared".
Examples:
- Ghee is made by simmering butter and skimming off the milk solids and impurities.
- Ghee is a staple in Indian cuisine and is used for cooking and as a condiment.
- Ghee is rich in healthy fats and is considered a good choice for high-heat cooking.
- Ghee is a key ingredient in many traditional Indian sweets and desserts.
- Ghee is also used in Ayurvedic medicine as a lubricant for the body and for massage.