Fat|Spread | Vegan Vegetarian Lactose Free

Becel Margarine

N/A Allergens: Soy
Becel Margarine

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A (Derived from multiple plant families e.g., Brassicaceae, Asteraceae)
  • Primary Cuisine Global
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Vegetable Oils (Canola, Sunflower, Soybean, Palm)

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Definition

A brand of plant-based margarine, typically made from vegetable oils, used as a butter substitute for spreading, baking, and frying.

Sensory Profile

TasteMild, Slightly Salty, Creamy
TextureSmooth, Spreadable, Creamy
AromaNeutral, Slightly Oily
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 14g (1 tbsp)
Calories720 kcal
Total Fat80 g
Saturated Fat15 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0 g
Total Carbohydrate0 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars0 g
Calcium0 mg
Iron0 mg
Potassium0 mg

Chef’s Secret

When baking with margarine, ensure it's at room temperature for optimal creaming with sugar, mimicking butter's emulsification properties.

Substitutions

Best Match

Butter

1:1

Provides similar fat for cooking and baking, but with a richer dairy flavor and higher saturated fat.

Coconut Oil

1:1

Vegan option, solid at room temperature, good for baking and frying, imparts a slight coconut flavor.

Vegetable Shortening

1:1

Excellent for flaky crusts and frying, neutral flavor, but often contains trans fats (check label).

Olive Oil / Canola Oil

3/4:1 (oil to margarine)

Liquid fat suitable for sautéing and some baking, but changes texture in recipes requiring solid fat.

Buying Guide

Check labels for hydrogenated oils (trans fats) and specific allergens like soy or dairy.

Flavor Pairings

Toast Vegetables Baked Goods Sauces Spreads.

Recipes Using Becel Margarine

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