Discover the centuries-old traditional process we use to create our premium quality desi ghee, preserving the authentic flavors and health benefits
We begin our journey with the highest quality raw ingredient — fresh desi cow milk. Every morning, our team collects milk directly from local farmers who raise grass-fed cows in clean, natural environments. These cows are nurtured without hormones or antibiotics, ensuring their milk is rich in nutrients. The milk is transported in sterile, temperature-controlled containers to maintain freshness and purity. This commitment to quality at the very first step sets the foundation for our premium ghee.
The fresh milk is gently brought to a boil — not just for safety, but to enhance its natural sweetness and aroma. After boiling, the milk is allowed to cool slowly at room temperature. We then introduce a spoonful of natural curd (dahi) to the milk and leave it overnight for fermentation. This traditional technique transforms the milk into rich, tangy curd, forming the base for butter extraction.
Once the curd has set, it's time for the bilona churning method — a centuries-old technique. We churn the curd in clay or wooden pots using hand-operated wooden paddles. This slow and rhythmic process naturally separates white makkhan (butter) from the buttermilk. Unlike mechanical churning, this gentle method retains the butter's medicinal and nutritional qualities.
The freshly extracted butter is carefully transferred to a thick-bottomed iron or clay vessel and heated over a wood-fired or low flame stove. As it melts, the butter starts to clarify. We keep the flame low and stir occasionally to ensure the ghee separates naturally from milk solids without burning. This is when the golden color, grainy texture, and nutty aroma of real ghee begin to emerge.
Once the ghee is ready, it is gently filtered through a muslin cloth to remove any leftover milk solids. It is then left to cool at room temperature before being packed into sterilized, airtight glass jars. This careful packaging process ensures that the ghee retains its flavor, freshness, and nutritional value — ready to nourish your body and delight your taste buds.
"For generations, Bihar Munch has followed a time-honored tradition to craft ghee that nourishes both body and soul — each jar infused with the love, purity, and wisdom of Bihar."