Description
This Beef Tallow recipe is all about rich, irresistible flavor and easy preparation. Only two simple ingredients transform into a delightful cooking fat perfect for healthy meals or comfort food. Enjoy this homemade gem that adds depth to various dishes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound raw beef fat, suet or beef trimmings, cut into small pieces or ground
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Prepare the beef fat by trimming away any visible meat, blood spots, or dark pieces. Cut the fat into 1 to 2-inch chunks or grind it until it's clean and pale.
- Place the prepared beef fat into the slow cooker and add ¼ cup of water to prevent scorching.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours, stirring every 1 to 2 hours. Initially, the fat will appear cloudy and chunky, but as it renders, clear, golden liquid will form with a gentle bubbling sound.
- Check the tallow for doneness; it’s ready when most solid fat has melted and the liquid is clear and golden, with browned cracklings at the bottom.
- Carefully pour the hot liquid fat through a fine-mesh strainer lined with cheesecloth into a heatproof bowl. For extra clarity, strain a second time through fresh cheesecloth.
- Transfer the strained liquid into a clean glass jar and let it cool uncovered at room temperature for 1 to 2 hours until it solidifies and turns white. Once cooled, cover with a lid.
Notes
Make sure to handle the hot liquid carefully to avoid burns.
For storage, keep in a cool, dark place; it can last for months when properly stored.
Use beef tallow for frying or as a flavorful base for cooking other dishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg