Tirupati Laddoo Row: Here's how you can check purity of ghee at home by these SIMPLE ways
After the ruling Telugu Desam Party (TDP) government in Andhra Pradesh sparked a massive controversy by alleging that the 'ghee used in making Tirupati Laddoos contained animal fat', the significance of ghee in religious and cultural contexts has come to light.
The testings of NDDB CALF, a private laboratory, found that the ghee used in making Tirupati Laddoo Prasadam contained animal fat during the previous YSRCP regime. A copy of the report was shared by a TDP spokesperson, leading to a colossal row in the country. However, the opposition YSRCP has denied the allegations.
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Pure ghee contains a distinct aroma which further intensifies when heated. However, lack of this fragrance may indicate the presence of possible impurities in ghee.
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Pure ghee is light golden in colour. If you ghee appears unusually bright, it hints at the possibility of the presence of impure substances in it.
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Pure ghee has often a smooth and creamy texture. It melts easily when heated and solidifies when refrigerated. A sticky texture of ghee suggests adulteration.
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Pour a small amount of ghee into a pan for heating. If the ghee remains clear and free from sediment, it is pure. On the other hand, the impurities will settle at the bottom when it is adulterated.
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Pure ghee melts easily when kept at room temperature and solidifies when refrigerated. When your ghee remains liquid in refrigerator, it might suggest presence of oil or fats in it.
