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Bacon Dripping

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bacon dripping

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A
  • Primary Cuisine American, Southern US, British
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Pork belly

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Bacon Dripping ?

Rendered fat collected from cooked bacon, prized for its smoky, savory flavor and high smoke point for cooking.

"The coveted culinary byproduct that transforms ordinary dishes into extraordinary ones with its smoky, umami-rich essence."

Quel goût a le/la/l'Bacon Dripping ?

Smoky, salty, savory, rich, umami

Taste
Umami, Salty, Smoky, Rich
Texture
Solid (cool), Liquid (warm), Smooth, Greasy
Aroma
Smoky, Porky, Savory
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Refrigerator Life

Stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator, it can last for several months.

Smoke Point

Has a relatively high smoke point (around 375°F/190°C), making it suitable for frying and sautéing.

Usage History

Historically a staple cooking fat in many cultures before the rise of vegetable oils.

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 1 tbsp
Calories890 kcal
Total Fat99.8 g
Saturated Fat39.2 g
Trans Fat0.5 g
Cholesterol95 mg
Protein0.0 g
Total Carbohydrate0.0 g
Dietary Fiber0.0 g
Total Sugars0.0 g
Calcium0 mg
Iron0.0 mg
Potassium0 mg

Le secret du chef

Use bacon dripping to make the best pan-fried potatoes or crisp up cornbread. Don't discard it!

Substituts & Proportions pour Bacon Dripping

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Bacon Dripping est Lard, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Similar texture and cooking properties, less smoky flavor but a good fat for savory dishes.

Substituts pour Bacon Dripping avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Lard Meilleur 1:1 Similar texture and cooking properties, less smoky flavor but a good fat for savory dishes.
Butter (clarified) 1:1 Offers rich fat and good browning, but lacks the smoky, savory depth of bacon.
Duck Fat 1:1 Rich, savory, and high smoke point. Excellent for roasting, less smoky than bacon fat.
Smoked Paprika + Vegetable Oil 1:1 (oil), to taste (paprika) For a vegan option, combines fat with a smoky flavor imitation.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Bacon Dripping

  1. Always store rendered bacon dripping in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  2. Filter out solids for longer shelf life.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Bacon Dripping ?

  • Fried eggs
  • cornbread
  • roasted vegetables
  • gravies
  • sautéed greens
  • mashed potatoes.

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Bacon Dripping ?

Smoky, salty, savory, rich, umami Smoky, Porky, Savory

Quel est un bon substitut pour Bacon Dripping ?

Le meilleur substitut est Lard (1:1). Similar texture and cooking properties, less smoky flavor but a good fat for savory dishes.

Comment choisir et conserver le Bacon Dripping ?

Always store rendered bacon dripping in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Filter out solids for longer shelf life.

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Autumn Chowder

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