How many desi ghee calories are in a spoonful? Ghee is a concentrated fat, so a little goes a long way. This guide gives the calories and nutrition for common amounts, and shows how to work out the calories in a paratha. Values are approximate and based on standard nutrition data.
Written by the Sanabil Organics team. Last updated: September 2026.
Desi Ghee Calories at a Glance
Desi ghee has about 876 calories per 100g. Here are common amounts:
| Amount | Approx. weight | Approx. calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon | 5g | 44 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon | 14g | 120 to 130 kcal |
| 100g | 100g | 876 kcal |
| 1kg pack | 1,000g | about 8,760 kcal |
A spoon of ghee can be heaped or level, so real amounts vary. For accuracy, weigh it.
Desi Ghee Nutrition per Tablespoon
One tablespoon (about 14g) provides roughly:
- Fat: about 14g
- Saturated fat: about 9g
- Monounsaturated fat: about 4g
- Cholesterol: about 33mg
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Protein: almost 0g
Per 100g, ghee has about 99g of fat, of which about 62g is saturated, and about 256mg of cholesterol.
Calories in 1 Tablespoon and 1 Teaspoon of Desi Ghee
A tablespoon of desi ghee has roughly 120 to 130 calories and a teaspoon roughly 44 calories. If you use ghee daily, measure it, because a generous pour can be several tablespoons.
Protein in Desi Ghee
Ghee has almost no protein. It is nearly pure fat, because the milk protein is removed when butter is clarified.
Desi Ghee Paratha Calories
The calories in a paratha depend on the flour and on how much ghee you use. Use this simple method:
Paratha calories = calories from the dough + calories from the ghee
- Adding 1 teaspoon of ghee adds about 44 calories.
- Adding 1 tablespoon of ghee adds about 120 to 130 calories.
So a paratha cooked with a generous tablespoon of ghee gets roughly 120 to 130 extra calories from ghee alone. The dough adds more, depending on size and the flour used.
Cholesterol in Desi Ghee
Ghee contains cholesterol and is high in saturated fat: about 9g per tablespoon. The American Heart Association suggests keeping saturated fat below about 6% of daily calories, around 13g on a 2,000-calorie diet. Read whether desi ghee is good for health.
How to Use Ghee Sensibly
- Measure with a teaspoon or tablespoon rather than pouring.
- Use it for flavour, for example in tarka.
- Balance it with vegetables, pulses and whole grains.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in 1 tablespoon of desi ghee?
Roughly 120 to 130 calories.
How many calories are in 1 teaspoon of desi ghee?
About 44 calories.
How many calories are in 100g of desi ghee?
About 876 calories.
How much protein is in desi ghee?
Almost none.
How many calories are in a desi ghee paratha?
It depends on the paratha. Add the calories from the dough to the ghee: about 44 calories per teaspoon or 120 to 130 per tablespoon.
Is desi ghee high in cholesterol?
It contains about 33mg of cholesterol per tablespoon and is high in saturated fat. If you have high cholesterol, ask your doctor.
Buy Desi Ghee
See the desi ghee price in Pakistan page for our 1kg pack at PKR 3,000, with free delivery on orders of 1kg or more and cash on delivery.
Sources: American Heart Association: Saturated fats
Desi ghee calories: key takeaways
The main point about desi ghee calories is simple: buy from a seller you trust, read the label and ask questions. Whenever you read about desi ghee calories, remember that no single claim or home test is the full story.
You can also browse our honey and desi ghee ranges, which follow the same clear approach.
