Fats & Oils · per 100g
A rendered animal fat with a high smoke point and a rich, savory profile, beef tallow provides a stable medium for high-heat cooking and deep frying.
Fat, Iodine
Choline
Vitamin D, Vitamin K1
Vitamin D, Protein
Nutritional summary
Interesting fact
Historically, beef tallow was the primary ingredient used to make candles and soap, and it was the secret to the original flavor profile of McDonald's french fries until 1990.
Standout nutrients
Vitamin D
Sum n-3 fatty acids
Choline
Sum saturated fatty acids
Seasonality
Not available
Diet
Sustainability
As a byproduct of the beef industry, it shares the high environmental footprint associated with cattle methane emissions and land use.
Storage
Refrigerate
6–12 months
Can be stored at room temperature if kept in a cool, dark place.
Freeze
1–2 years
Flavour
Harmonized from 3 validated sources
Claim citations
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