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Substitutions

Substitute for Ghee (clarified butter)

6 tested substitutions — with the ratio and the caveat that decides whether it works.

Ratio Ghee (clarified butter) Works in
×1.2 Butter

Ghee is ~100 % fat — use ~20 % more butter; dairy back in.

Reference ratio 		cooking · baking
×1 Neutral oil (canola/sunflower)

Loses the nutty aroma; same fat.

Reference ratio 		cooking
×1 Coconut oil (melted)

Solid-friendly vegan swap; coconut scent.

Reference ratio 		cooking · baking
×1 Lard

Savory swap for frying/roasting.

Reference ratio 		cooking
×1 Olive oil

Fruitier; fine for sautéing.

Reference ratio 		cooking
×1.2 Margarine

Margarine holds water — expect softer crusts.

Reference ratio 		baking · cooking

Baking is less forgiving than cooking — stick to substitutions marked « baking » and respect the ratio.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best substitute for Ghee (clarified butter)?

It depends on the recipe — the table above shows which substitutes work in baking vs cooking.

Can I substitute Ghee (clarified butter) in baking?

Baking is less forgiving than cooking — stick to substitutions marked « baking » and respect the ratio.