11 Gourmet Indian Ingredients Worth the Price

9. Single-origin Desi Ghee (A2 cow ghee) — Terroir in clarified butter

Ghee is everyday magic in many Indian households, and single-origin or A2 desi ghee elevates that magic through richer aroma and depth. When made from milk of grass-fed or desi cows, ghee captures subtle floral and nutty notes that ordinary store-brand clarified butter lacks. Chefs and serious home cooks pay more because the flavor transforms tempering, dals, and sweets, and a small spoonful can finish a dish with a silky mouthfeel.