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Sheep milk ghee Calories
Clarified butter made from sheep milk, very high in fat with most lactose and milk solids removed
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Sheep milk ghee (14 g) has 126 calories. That works out to 899 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 13.9 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 117.6 µg of Vitamin A covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Sheep milk ghee Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 14 g
126
KCAL / 14G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
13.9g
· 18% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 0% · Fat 100%
Sheep milk ghee nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (14 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 126 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.9 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 8.61 g | 43% |
| Trans fat | 0.49 g | |
| Sodium | 0.28 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Sheep milk ghee?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 14 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 5 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 10 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 20 g | 180 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 28 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 450 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 899 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 220 g | 1978 kcal |
Calculated from 899 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sheep milk ghee
What is sheep milk ghee?
Sheep milk ghee is clarified fat made by slowly melting butter made from sheep’s milk and separating out water and most milk solids. It has a concentrated buttery flavor and is used for cooking, baking, and finishing dishes.
How is sheep milk ghee made?
Sheep milk ghee is made by gently heating sheep’s milk butter until the water evaporates and the milk solids separate, then straining the fat. Keeping the heat low helps prevent the solids from scorching and giving the ghee a burnt taste.
How does sheep milk ghee taste compared with cow milk ghee?
Sheep milk ghee can have a fuller, more distinctive dairy flavor than cow milk ghee, reflecting the butter it comes from. The difference is not identical in every product, since the butter and clarification method also affect the final taste.
Can you cook with sheep milk ghee at high heat?
Yes, sheep milk ghee is generally better suited to high-heat cooking than butter because most milk solids have been removed. Avoid heating it until it smokes, and use a lower temperature if you notice a scorched aroma.
Can sheep milk ghee replace butter in recipes?
Yes, sheep milk ghee can replace butter in many recipes, but it is pure fat while butter also contains water and milk solids. That difference can affect the texture of baked goods, so a direct swap may not give exactly the same result.
Does sheep milk ghee need to be refrigerated?
No, sheep milk ghee does not necessarily need refrigeration if it is kept in a clean, airtight container away from heat and light. Refrigerating it can be useful in a warm kitchen, though it will become firmer and harder to scoop.
How should you store sheep milk ghee after opening?
Store sheep milk ghee tightly covered in a cool, dark, dry place and always use a clean, dry spoon. Water or food crumbs introduced into the container can shorten its shelf life; discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Is sheep milk ghee lactose-free?
Sheep milk ghee contains very little lactose because clarification removes most of the milk solids, but it is not guaranteed to be completely lactose-free. It is not a safe substitute for people with a milk-protein allergy.
What is the difference between sheep milk ghee and sheep butter?
Sheep butter is churned from sheep’s milk and retains water and milk solids, while sheep milk ghee is made by clarifying that butter to remove most of them. Ghee is therefore more concentrated and usually keeps better when stored properly.
Can sheep milk ghee be used for baking?
Yes, sheep milk ghee works in many baked goods, especially recipes where a rich buttery flavor is welcome. Since it lacks butter’s water, the finished texture can be denser or crumblier, so recipes developed specifically for ghee are the most predictable.
Sheep milk ghee Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
117.6µg · 13% DV
Vitamin E
0.39mg · 3% DV
Vitamin D
0.25µg · 1% DV
Vitamin K
1.12µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Iodine
0.42µg · 0% DV
Selenium
0.06µg · 0% DV
Phosphorus
0.7mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0.84mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
1.12mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.28mg · 0% DV
Sheep milk ghee Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Sheep milk ghee
To burn the 126 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (14 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Sheep milk ghee?
Sheep milk ghee is made by gently heating butter made from sheep’s milk, then separating and straining away the water and milk solids. It is a sheep-milk take on the clarified butter used in several food traditions, though it is less familiar than versions made from cow or buffalo milk.
Its flavour can be fuller and more distinctive than ordinary butter, and it works well in pilafs, eggs, vegetables or baking. Use it as a cooking fat or finish a dish with a small spoonful; it also suits recipes where a richer, savoury note is welcome. It is almost entirely fat, so a little goes a long way, especially alongside boldly seasoned foods.
How Nutritious Is Sheep milk ghee?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Sheep milk ghee Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Sheep milk ghee Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Sheep milk ghee Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Sheep milk ghee Fat Profile
SATURATED
8.61g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.99g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.43g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.9:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.