The ghee you eat is not mixed, is it?: Learn from experts the scientific methods of testing pure ghee, take these 8 precautions while buying

Who is not aware of the laddu controversy of the famous Tirupati temple of Andhra Pradesh. Samples of the ghee used in the temple's 'Tirupati Laddoo Prasadham' were tested to contain foreign fat (animal fat), which included lard (pig fat), tallow (beef) and fish oil as well as coconut oil, linseed, rapeseed and cottonseed. It happens. This information has come to light after complaints of change in the taste of Prasad, due to which people's concern about the purity of ghee has increased.

Questions are arising in everyone's mind regarding the purity of ghee, do we also consume adulterated ghee? So, today In 'Kamna Samachar' We will tell you about the ways to identify pure ghee at home. You will also know that-

Question- How to identify clarified butter at home? Answer- With increasing concerns regarding the quality of ghee, it is important to know how to test the purity of ghee at home. Here we are telling you about some easy methods by which you can check whether the ghee you eat is real or fake.

taste the aroma Pure ghee has a distinctive, nutty aroma, which intensifies when heated. Artificial or adulterated ghee often does not have this aroma, this indicates that the ghee is adulterated.

test by color Real cow's ghee is light golden and yellow in colour. It does not contain artificial colors. If ghee appears unusually shiny or does not have its natural color, it may be impure.

look carefully at the thick texture Pure ghee is smooth and creamy. When refrigerated it cools a little, but when heated it melts easily. Greasy ghee indicates adulteration.

heat and check purity To check purity, heat some ghee in a vessel. Pure ghee remains clear and free from vibration. If some waste settles at the bottom, there is a possibility of the ghee becoming cloudy.

test fire Put one spoon ghee on hot pan. Pure ghee melts quickly without leaving any waste and evaporates in the smoker. Impure ghee may smell foul or leave a residue like residue in the vessel.

refrigeration test Pure ghee becomes solid when kept in the refrigerator, but when kept at room temperature it melts. If it remains liquid even after refrigerating, then this ghee is fake and adulterated.

check with water For this, first of all take a glass of water. Then add some ghee in it. If ghee floats in water then it is pure and if ghee sinks in water then it is mixed.

Apart from this, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has also suggested two methods to test the purity of ghee. Understand this in the following graphic.

Question- How much ghee and butter is consumed in India? Answer- According to a study published by the National Institute of Health, the per capita consumption of ghee and butter in India was 2.7 kg per year (7.4 g per person/day) in 2007, which has increased to 4.48 kg per year (12.3 g). Which happened in the year 2020 (12.3 grams per person/day)

Question- Which elements are found in ghee? Answer- Ghee mainly contains 99.5% fat and less than 0.5% moisture. Apart from this, ghee contains Vitamin A, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Vitamin K and phospholipid. It also has antioxidant properties. Apart from this, minerals like calcium and omega 3 are also found in abundance in it. Overall, it is very beneficial for your health. It is also used in worship.

Question- What things should be kept in mind while buying ghee from the market?

Answer- See the points given –

Question- What is the difference between ghee and butter? Answer- Ghee and butter are similar, but there is a difference in the way they are made. The process of making both is similar, but ghee is cooked a little more than butter, due to which it becomes more tasty and nutritious. Apart from this, its color also becomes darker.

Question- Is consumption of ghee beneficial for health? Answer- Ghee is a rich source of vitamins, antioxidants and healthy fats. Experts say that fat should be consumed in limited quantities, but studies show that eating fatty foods like ghee provides the body with some essential vitamins and minerals. Cooking healthy foods and vegetables with ghee can provide more nutrients. However, consuming it in excess can also prove harmful. to see how beneficial ghee is for your health.

Easy way to make ghee at home Ever since adulterated ghee has come in the market, most of the people are afraid of buying it. If you are fond of eating ghee, then here we are telling you an easy way to make ghee at home. You can understand the entire process from the following graphic.

Question- How much amount of ghee should I consume? Answer- Normally a healthy person can consume one or two teaspoons of ghee every day. A child above 2 years of age can also eat one or two spoons of ghee every day. Keep in mind that it is not easy to digest more ghee without hard work. Therefore, people who eat ghee should also pay attention to working hard.