Fat|Cooking Oil | Vegan Gluten Free

Liquid Shortening

N/A (vegetable oil blend) Allergens: Soy (if soybean oil)
Liquid Shortening

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A (processed blend)
  • Primary Cuisine Global
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Vegetable Oil (Soybean, Palm, Cottonseed)

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

A processed vegetable fat, liquid at room temperature, commonly used in baking and frying for its neutral flavor and stability.

Sensory Profile

TasteNeutral, Mild, Slightly Oily
TextureViscous Liquid
AromaNeutral, Mildly Oily
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 15 ml (1 tbsp)
Calories900 kcal
Total Fat100 g
Saturated Fat20 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

Use liquid shortening when you need a neutral-tasting fat that remains liquid at cooler temperatures, offering superior creaming in some baking applications compared to solid fats.

Substitutions

Best Match

Vegetable Oil

1:1

Direct substitute for frying and baking, similar properties.

Melted Solid Shortening

1:1

Achieves similar results, but requires melting the solid form.

Clarified Butter (Ghee)

1:1

Higher smoke point than regular butter, adds a rich, nutty flavor.

Coconut Oil (melted)

1:1

Vegan option, imparts a slight coconut flavor unless refined.

Buying Guide

Store in a cool, dark place to prevent rancidity.

Flavor Pairings

Deep frying shallow frying baking (cakes cookies pie crusts) greasing pans.