What is Beef Tallow?
Tallow is a rendered form of beef or mutton fat, primarily made up of triglycerides. In industry, tallow is not strictly defined as beef or mutton fat.
Beef Tallow Suppliers In South Africa
How much is beef tallow in South Africa?
The retail price range in Rand for tallow fat is between ZAR 19.43 and ZAR 38.86 per kilogram or
between ZAR 8.81 and ZAR 17.62 per pound(lb) in Johannesburg and Cape Town.
How long will beef tallow last?
Whether you’re new to using beef tallow or if you’re a seasoned fan, it’s helpful to know when beef tallow goes bad!
Beef tallow will be kept for 12 months at room temperature, 12-18 months in the refrigerator, and at least two years in the freezer.
What is the healthiest Beef tallow?
Look for grass-fed beef tallows, which are more nutritious and has a better flavor than tallow from grain-fed cattle.
You can also render beef tallow at home by slowly cooking the beef fat until it melts down into a liquid.
What is the best way to eat Beef tallow?
Stir-frying vegetables
Cooking eggs
Searing steaks
Baking savory pies (pot pie with tallow is dangerous)
Making home fries or potatoes for brunch
As the fat source in casseroles (spread it on the bottom of a casserole dish)
Dropping into a hot skillet before adding aromatics
What does beef tallow taste like?
Beef tallow has a distinct, rich flavor that is similar to butter or other animal fats. It adds a depth of beefy flavor to dishes that other vegetable oils and types of fat can’t achieve.