Fat, Baking Ingredient | Vegan Vegetarian Gluten Free

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

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'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."

Quel goût a le/la/l'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)

Valeurs nutritionnelles

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

Le secret du chef

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

Substituts & Proportions pour Vegetable Shortening

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Vegetable Shortening est Butter, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1 (by weight, adjust salt if unsalted). Adds flavor, creates flakiness, but lower melting point.

Substituts pour Vegetable Shortening avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Butter Meilleur 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.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Vegetable Shortening

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

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Vegetable Shortening ?

  • Pie crusts
  • Biscuits
  • Frying

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Vegetable Shortening ?

Neutral, bland (designed not to impart flavor) Neutral

Quel est un bon substitut pour Vegetable Shortening ?

Le meilleur substitut est Butter (1:1 (by weight, adjust salt if unsalted)). Adds flavor, creates flakiness, but lower melting point.

Comment choisir et conserver le Vegetable Shortening ?

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

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