vegetable shortening (CRISCO)
Some vegan alternatives to traditional lard in cooking and baking include coconut oil, vegetable shortening, and plant-based margarine. These options can be used in similar ways to lard in recipes to achieve similar results.
Lard is basically pig fat and was often used in many foods as a cooking fat or as a spread similar to butter. Its use in modern cuisine has diminished because of health concerns posed by its saturated fat content. The qualities of lard can vary based on which part of the pig the fat was taken from and how the lard was processed. Lard is still used to manufacture soap.
A pound of lard is two cups and lard must be of a similar density to butter. Therefore one cup of butter weighs half a pound.
Vegetable lard does not exist, its an oxymoron. So animal lard;)
Yes and no. It's a fat but grease usually refers to fats that gel, like lard or shortening. So it's a fat, but a healthier fat that those that gel.
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what does lard do in cooking
Tagalog translation of lard: mantika
Yes, you can use lard as a substitute for shortening in baking. Lard can provide a similar texture and moisture to baked goods, making it suitable for recipes like pies and pastries. However, it has a distinct flavor that may affect the final taste of your dish, so consider that when making the substitution. Additionally, lard is an animal product, while shortening is often plant-based, so keep dietary preferences in mind.
Lard is fat, so 100g lard is 100g fat.
That is approximately 1 cup
Natural lard is more healthy than hydrogenated fats, such as Crisco, and butter. It is lower in saturated fat and it will also create a wonderfully flaky pie-crust. Answer: Neither one is healthy for your heart. Switch to virgin olive oil instead. Please expound why on your (or other contributor) answer, thanks EA