Ghee’s Glory Stretches Across Generations

This South Asian staple has a long history and can make any dish richer and more delicious.Bobbi Lin for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Maggie Ruggiero.Published Sept. 5, 2025Updated Sept. 5, 2025When I was growing up, the scent of butter simmering signaled that something special was happening. Making ghee was not simply a process: It was a ritual, a rhythm of daily life.It began with fresh, full-fat milk,…