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Cow butter: A healthy butter for ghee making

  • May 9, 2022
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Cow butter is the basic ingredient for cow ghee.

Cow Butter is prepared from cow milk. According to dairy standards, grass-fed cow milk is the best nutrition source and is used for making grass-fed butter. Cow butter, which is grass-fed quality, is the raw material of grass-fed quality ghee.

Cow butter: How does it decide the ghee quality

Cow butter quality is mainly dependent on the cattle diet.  When cows are fed green grass or grass-based fodders, the quality diet reflects the milk’s quality. It has been researched and observed that cows that roam freely on the open pasture lead a natural and stress-free life and are fed with grass and grass-based fodders that offer more nutritious milk.

According to dairy terminology, these cows are called grass-fed cows, and the milk they produce is called grass-fed milk.  It is called grass-fed butter when cow butter is made using grass-fed cow milk.

Further research has proven that grass-fed cows provide better quality milk than grain-fed cows.  Cows are maintained in captivity and fed with grains and grass; grass-blended fodders are called grain-fed cows.  Grass-fed milk contains more healthy fatty acids like CLA and butyric acid, making grass-fed cow butter more nutritious than grain-fed milk-made butter.

As grass-fed cow butter contains more nutrients, grass-fed ghee is cooked with more doses of nutrients. Thus, the cows’ diet providing cow milk decides the ghee quality.

What is the specialty of grass-fed cow milk-made butter?

Explore the remarkable advantages of grass-fed butter in the art of ghee making. From a nutrient-rich profile to heart health benefits, discover enhanced flavors, the power of CLA, and sustainable practices.

  • Nutrient-Rich Profile: Grass-fed butter is rich in essential nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins A, E, and K, promoting overall health.
  • Heart Health: Its unique fatty acid composition supports heart health by reducing inflammation and improving cholesterol levels.
  • Enhanced Flavor: Grass-fed butter offers a distinct, savory flavor, enhancing the taste of dishes and baked goods.
  • Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA): A natural component aids in weight management, metabolism, and may have anti-cancer properties.
  • Sustainable Farming: Choosing grass-fed butter supports environmentally friendly practices, encouraging sustainable and humane treatment of livestock for a healthier planet.

Grass-fed Cow milk butter is nutritious, containing more nutrients than grain-fed milk-made butter.

  • Grass-fed cow butter contains Conjugated Linoleic Acid, a proven healthy supplement for weight loss benefits.  Also, it is a great immunity booster.
  • Grass-fed ghee cooked from cow milk contains butyric acid, responsible for good colon care. This short-chain fatty acid offers anti-inflammatory support, detox support for the body, and support for gut health to regularize bowel movements. Ghee butyrate content stands for ghee’s laxative power.
  • Grass-fed milk contains more beta-carotene derived from green grass. Beta Carotene is the source of vitamin A in the grass-fed ghee cooked from grass-fed milk butter.
  • Grass-fed ghee contains healthy omega-3 fatty acids, a genuine aid for brain care, skin care, and heart-friendly features of ghee.  This beneficial fatty acid is derived from grass-fed cow butter only.
  • Grass-fed ghee contains fat-soluble vitamins like vitamins A, E, D, and K.  These fat-soluble vitamins are available in higher quantities from grass-fed cow milk and grass-fed cow milk-made butter. 

5 benefits of using unsalted cow butter?

  • Controlled Flavor Profile: Unsalted cow butter provides a neutral base, allowing ghee makers to control and customize the flavor without the influence of added salt.
  • Versatility in Culinary Applications: Using unsalted butter in ghee production ensures versatility, making the clarified butter suitable for sweet and savory dishes.
  • Precise Salt Content: Ghee makers can manage salt levels independently based on recipe requirements, ensuring accurate control over the overall taste and saltiness of the end product.
  • Health Considerations: Unsalted cow butter in ghee allows individuals to regulate their sodium intake, making it a better option for those monitoring their salt consumption.
  • Flavor Enhancement: Without added salt, unsalted cow butter lets the natural richness and nuances of the butter shine through, enhancing the flavor of ghee in its best form.

Disadvantages of using salted cow butter for making ghee

Using salted cow butter to make ghee can have some disadvantages. Here are five considerations:

  • Inconsistent Flavor: Salted butter introduces an inconsistent saltiness to the ghee, making it challenging to control and customize the final flavor for various culinary applications.
  • Limited Versatility: Salted ghee may be less versatile, as the added salt can limit its use in sweet and savory dishes, affecting the overall taste and compatibility.
  • Sodium Content Concerns: Salted butter contributes to higher sodium levels in ghee, which may not be appropriate for individuals with dietary restrictions or those aiming to manage their sodium intake.
  • Flavor Interference: The inherent saltiness of salted butter might mask or alter the richness of the ghee, potentially interfering with the intended flavor profile of specific recipes.
  • Recipe Adaptation Challenges: Recipes calling for unsalted ghee may not align well with salted ghee, leading to the need for adjustments that can impact the taste and balance the taste of the dish.

Summing up: Cow Butter

Cow butter is the raw ingredient of cow ghee, but all cow milk-made butter is not of premium quality. Only grass-fed cow milk butter produces grass-fed cow ghee, which is more nutrition-packed, wellness booster, and storage-friendly. Grass-fed cow ghee offers a wide array of health benefits, and that list of benefits makes this dairy different from other ghee varieties. You may try Milkio grass-fed ghee products.

About Milkio grass-fed ghee:

Try Milkio grass-fed ghee, made with the finest raw ingredients By Milkio Foods, a New Zealand-based ghee manufacturer, supplier, and exporter. Milkio grass-fed ghee is quality-assured & lactose, casein, and gluten-free. Milkio’s ghee offers an excellent refreshing aroma, which can enhance the taste of various recipes.

Milkio grass-fed ghee products are GMO-free. The ghee looks golden yellow and offers an intensely nutty, feel-good aroma, and rich, creamy texture making it a superfood for the kitchen. It is lactose and casein-free; hence, suitable for lactose-intolerant diets and dairy sensitives. It is keto and paleo diet-friendly. 

Milkio premium ghee offers a high smoke point. It is shelf-stable dairy oil you can store in the kitchen at room temperature for up to 18 months from manufacturing. Please check the Milkio Website to learn more about Milkio ghee products or you may avail of sales assistance for your bulk ghee purchase.

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