Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Lard ?
Rendered pig fat, widely used in cooking and baking for its distinct flavor, flaky crusts, and high smoke point.
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Quel goût a le/la/l'Lard ?
Mildly porky, rich, savory, neutral when refined
- Taste
- Rich, Savory, Porky, Mildly Sweet (when refined)
- Texture
- Solid (at room temp), Smooth, Creamy, Melts easily
- Aroma
- Subtle pork, Savory, Neutral (when refined)
- Acidity
- Neutral
Technical Metrics
Saturated Fat Content
Approx. 40% (less than butter)
Shelf Life (Refrigerated)
Up to 6 months
Smoke Point
370°F (188°C)
Valeurs nutritionnelles
Per 13g (1 tbsp)Le secret du chef
For the flakiest pie crust, use cold, rendered leaf lard cut into small pieces and incorporate quickly to prevent melting before baking.
Substituts & Proportions pour Lard
Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Lard est Vegetable Shortening, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Similar texture and flakiness for baking, but neutral flavor.
| Substitut | Proportion | Idéal pour |
|---|---|---|
| Vegetable Shortening Meilleur | 1:1 | Similar texture and flakiness for baking, but neutral flavor. |
| Butter | 1:1 | Adds richness and flavor, but lower smoke point and more moisture. Good for some baking. |
| Coconut Oil (refined) | 1:1 | Solid at room temperature, high smoke point, neutral flavor (if refined). Vegan option. |
| Duck Fat | 1:1 | Offers a similar savory richness and high smoke point, ideal for roasting and frying. |
Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Lard
Look for "leaf lard" for the highest quality and neutral flavor; store rendered lard in an airtight container in the refrigerator for months.
Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Lard ?
- Pie crusts
- biscuits
- tortillas
- confit
- fried chicken
- roasted vegetables
- refried beans
- cracklings.
Questions fréquentes
Quel goût a le Lard ?
Mildly porky, rich, savory, neutral when refined Subtle pork, Savory, Neutral (when refined)
Quel est un bon substitut pour Lard ?
Le meilleur substitut est Vegetable Shortening (1:1). Similar texture and flakiness for baking, but neutral flavor.
Comment choisir et conserver le Lard ?
Look for "leaf lard" for the highest quality and neutral flavor; store rendered lard in an airtight container in the refrigerator for months.
