The Benefits of Cooking with Tallow and Why It Belongs in Your Kitchen

Cooking with tallow (like with our very own Grass Fed/Finished Cooking Tallow) is an old world practice that is finding its way back into modern kitchens. Made from slowly rendered beef fat, tallow is rich, nourishing and wonderfully versatile. It brings depth, stability and a beautiful golden flavor to everyday meals.

A Remarkably High Smoke Point

One of the most celebrated qualities of tallow is its very high smoke point. It can tolerate high heat far better than most common cooking fats, which means it does not break down or burn as quickly. This makes it ideal for searing meat, stir frying, roasting vegetables and creating crisp edges without bitterness. A stable cooking fat also maintains more of its nutritional integrity under heat, which is an added benefit for anyone who enjoys cooking with intention.

Versatile for Many Cooking Methods

Tallow shines in a wide range of preparations

Roasting
Tallow coats vegetables beautifully and encourages even browning. Potatoes become especially crisp and golden when tossed in a spoonful before roasting.

Pan frying and shallow frying
Because it holds up well to high temperatures, tallow is perfect for pan fried chicken, fish, or even breakfast eggs. It creates an even heat across the pan and a delicate, savoury crust on food.

Searing and finishing meat
A very hot pan and a small amount of tallow helps build a caramelized surface on steaks or chops. A spoonful added at the end of cooking lends a rich, almost buttery finish.

Baking
Tallow can be used in place of butter or other fats in certain baked goods. It gives biscuits, savoury pastries and old fashioned recipes a tender texture and a flavour that feels deeply rooted in tradition.

Deep frying
When used in deeper pots or fryers, tallow creates crisp, clean tasting results without the heavy residue left behind by many vegetable oils.

Naturally Stable and Minimally Processed

Tallow is a traditional fat that requires no complex processing. When made with care, it is simply rendered beef fat, slow cooked until clear and then strained. Its natural stability means it keeps well at room temperature and lasts far longer than many modern oils.

A Flavour that Elevates Every Dish

Tallow has a warm, savoury flavour that is full yet gentle. It supports the natural taste of vegetables, meats and even simple eggs without overpowering them. Many people find that once they begin cooking with tallow, they reach for it again and again because of the richness and comfort it brings to the kitchen. So what are you waiting for, grab a jar (or three!) right here!