It tastes better
Potato chips cooked in lard are often associated with traditional or artisanal cooking methods, particularly in certain regions or cultures that emphasize flavor and texture. Some small-scale producers or regional brands may still use lard for frying due to its ability to enhance taste and create a crispier texture. However, most commercial potato chip manufacturers use vegetable oils for health and dietary reasons. Lard-cooked potato chips can commonly be found at specialty shops or in some local cuisines.
Well, honey, you can reuse cooked lard in a chip pan about 2-3 times if you strain out any food particles and store it properly. But let's be real, after a couple of uses, that lard is gonna start tasting funky and you'll be better off tossing it and starting fresh. Remember, ain't nobody got time for rancid lard ruining their chips!
Depends hugely on the size of your operation and what market you're looking to break into in the food industry. A small chip shop/fast food outlet would simply need the relevant amount of deep friers, then it is generally best for "french fries" to buy them in bulk and frozen then cook them from said state. With chips, as in British chips the same is needed. Except that you will want to cut fresh potatoes each day. Otherwise no-one in Britain would buy them, idk about elsewhere. As for the market you're looking to break into and take some of. You need to take a real look at your potential/surrounding demographics etc. For example, some people still see chips, if cooked in oil and not lard/fat as a relatively healthy snack and are an entirely different market from the sort of people who want chips that have a nice full flavour to them and are cooked in fat/lard.
Yes because they cook in lard grease they cook in pork grease
To make homemade tortillas using lard, mix flour, lard, salt, and water to form a dough. Roll out the dough into thin circles and cook on a hot skillet until lightly browned on both sides.
no, they use a teaspoon of animal lard in the sauce to make it thicker
usually, yes. In fact, lard really makes some pastries taste so much better. However, lard is animal fat and therefore, not healthy. If you use it rarely, then enjoy the better taste, but if you cook with it routinely, switch to shortening.
I follow the Potato Council's advice for traditional chips:- Place chips in a pan of cold, bring to the boil then simmer for 2 minutes (allumettes) or 3-4 minutes for thicker chips. Drain them and leave them to cool. Pre-heat dripping, lard or vegetable oil to 120°C in a deep-fat fryer. Blanch your chips two or three handfuls at a time until they are soft but not coloured. Remove from the fat and drain. To serve the chips, re-fry them in hot fat (200°C) until they are crisp, season lightly and serve immediately. And yes, this produces perfect chips!
Before you cook rooster comb, they can be parboiled, skinned and left to braise overnight. Then the comb is cooked in court-bouillon, which is a flavored liquid.
Yes, you can defrost lard in the microwave, but it's important to do so carefully to avoid melting it. Use the defrost setting and check it frequently, stopping the microwave to stir or flip the lard to promote even thawing. Keep an eye on it to prevent it from starting to cook, as lard can melt quickly. Once softened, use it immediately or store it properly if not needed right away.
Bake Rite lard can be purchased at various grocery stores, including larger chains and specialty food shops. It is also available online through retailers such as Amazon, Walmart, and other e-commerce platforms. Additionally, local butcher shops or health food stores may carry it. Always check the store’s inventory or website for availability.
To make delicious flour tortillas using lard, combine flour, lard, salt, and water to form a dough. Let it rest, then divide and roll out the dough into thin circles. Cook on a hot skillet until lightly browned on both sides. Enjoy your homemade tortillas!