Calories in Ghee
Ghee has about 35 calories per 1 teaspoon (4 g), or 876 kcal per 100 g. That serving gives you 0 g protein, 0 g carbs and 4 g fat.
Nutrition facts
Lab-analysed values from USDA FoodData Central (Butter oil, anhydrous).
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 teaspoon (4 g) | 1 tablespoon (13 g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 876 kcal | 35 kcal | 114 kcal |
| Protein | 0.3 g | 0 g | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 99.5 g | 4 g | 12.9 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0 mg | 0 mg |
About Ghee
Ghee is butter with the water and milk solids removed, so it is even more concentrated — about 880 kcal per 100 g, 100% fat. A tablespoon is roughly 115 kcal. It is excellent for flavour and high-heat cooking, but 'desi ghee is healthy' does not mean it is calorie-free.
Tip: A teaspoon on top of daal or roti is plenty for taste; cooking the whole dish in it is where the calories pile up.
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Rough estimates for a 70 kg adult.
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- Running3 min
- Cycling4 min
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Common questions
How many calories are in ghee?+
About 35 kcal per 1 teaspoon (4 g), or 876 kcal per 100 g. Pure fat; the most calorie-dense ingredient in a desi kitchen.
How many calories in 1 tablespoon of ghee?+
1 tablespoon (13 g) is roughly 114 kcal with 0 g protein, 0 g carbs and 12.9 g fat.
How much protein is in ghee?+
About 0 g per 1 teaspoon. It is not a major protein source, so pair it with daal, yogurt, eggs, chicken or fish to balance the meal.
Is ghee good for weight loss?+
Ghee is calorie-dense (876 kcal per 100 g), so it is easy to over-eat. It can still fit a weight-loss diet in a small, measured portion, but it should not be a daily staple.
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