Niter Kebbeh

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1  lb butter, unsalted
• 1⁄4 cup onion, chopped
• 2  cloves garlic, minced
• 2  teaspoons ginger, grated,peeled,fresh
• 1⁄2 teaspoon turmeric
• 4  cardamom seeds, crushed
• 1  cinnamon stick
• 2  cloves, whole
• 1⁄8 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground fenugreek
• 1  tablespoon fresh basil or 1  tablespoon dried basil

Directions

1. In a small saucepan, gradually melt the butter and bring it to bubbling.
2. When the top is covered with foam, add the other ingredients and reduce the heat to a simmer.
3. Gently simmer, uncovered, on low heat.
4. After about 45 to 60 minutes, when the surface becomes transparent and the milk solids are on the bottom, pour the liquid through a cheesecloth into a heat-resistant container.
5. Discard the spices and solids.
6. Covered tightly and stored in the refrigerator, Niter Kebbeh will keep for up to 2 months.
7. Note: A good quality olive or other oil may be substituted for the butter.