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Vegetable Shortening

Glycine max / Elaeis guineensis Allergen-Free
vegetable shortening

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Varies (e.g., Fabaceae for soy, Arecaceae for palm)
  • Primary Cuisine American (Baking)
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Soybean oil, Palm oil, Cottonseed oil

¿Qué es Vegetable Shortening?

A solid fat made from hydrogenated vegetable oils, primarily used in baking for its high melting point and ability to create flaky textures.

"The unsung hero of many baked goods, ensuring unparalleled flakiness and tenderness where butter might fall short."

¿A qué sabe Vegetable Shortening?

Neutral, bland (designed not to impart flavor)

Taste
Neutral, Bland
Texture
Firm, Waxy, Smooth
Aroma
Neutral
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Fat Content

~100%

Shelf Life (Unopened)

Up to 2 years (room temperature)

Smoke Point

~360°F (182°C)

Información Nutricional

Per 13g (1 tbsp)
Calories884 kcal
Total Fat100g
Saturated Fat26g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg
Protein0g
Total Carbohydrate0g
Dietary Fiber0g
Total Sugars0g
Calcium0mg
Iron0mg
Potassium0mg

El Secreto del Chef

For ultra-flaky pie crusts, keep shortening and all ingredients very cold, and handle the dough minimally to prevent gluten development.

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Vegetable Shortening

El mejor sustituto para Vegetable Shortening es Butter, usado en una proporción de 1:1 (by weight, adjust salt if unsalted). Adds flavor, creates flakiness, but lower melting point.

Sustitutos para Vegetable Shortening con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Butter Mejor 1:1 (by weight, adjust salt if unsalted) Adds flavor, creates flakiness, but lower melting point.
Margarine 1:1 Similar properties to shortening, often contains water.
Coconut Oil (solidified) 1:1 Good for flaky crusts, adds a subtle coconut flavor.
Lard 1:1 Excellent for flakiness, distinct savory flavor, not vegetarian/vegan.

Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Vegetable Shortening

  1. Choose trans-fat-free versions.
  2. Look for brands that specify their oil sources.

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Vegetable Shortening?

  • Pie crusts
  • Biscuits
  • Frying

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Vegetable Shortening?

Neutral, bland (designed not to impart flavor) Neutral

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Vegetable Shortening?

El mejor sustituto es Butter (1:1 (by weight, adjust salt if unsalted)). Adds flavor, creates flakiness, but lower melting point.

¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Vegetable Shortening?

Choose trans-fat-free versions. Look for brands that specify their oil sources.

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