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Tallow is derived from suet, which is the fat surrounding the kidneys and loins. Suet is highly vascularised and nutrient-dense, making it one of nature's richest sources of conjugated linoleic acid (CLA). Tallow is typically much firmer than body fat at room temperature.
Dripping is made from subcutaneous fat deposits around the body. When sourced from free-to-roam and grass-fed animals, it has a gorgeous golden colour and is usually quite soft and easy to apply any time of the year.
Both tallow and dripping are ideal for frying and deep frying due to their high smoking point of approximately 250 degrees Celsius.
Can you remember a time when 'organic' simply meant natural wholesome goodness? Long before organic became a verifiable registration, our Tasmanian farmers were raising cattle on lush wild paddocks, exposed to raw salty sea spray and rich heavy rains.
Today, organic certification can mean the animal is fed with 'organic' soy, grain, wheat, corn, and palm kernel husks—far removed from the natural food chain of the animal. Instead, we are committed to providing a premium product that we see as superior to an organic label, which can be achieved bureaucratically.
Our assurance is simple: our product is sourced from free-to-roam 100% grass-fed Tasmanian cattle. Nothing else is introduced to the diet, including grain.
No, we do not deodorise our products and this is one of our favourite questions to answer. If you have used our beef product, you will understand why. People who are 'dripping converts' love its taste and aroma. For some, particularly those new to the world of dripping, the beef aroma can be strong. In this instance, lamb dripping can be a lovely way to introduce fat into the diet, filling the home with a delicious roast lamb aroma.
Alternatively, lard is an all-time favourite; like cooking with liquid bacon, it has a sweet, slightly nutty aroma.
Remember, our dripping is refined from animals that are 100% grass-fed and free to roam. Essentially, animals are a product of their environment. Aroma variations between batches are another indicator of authenticity. The concept of "paddock to plate" is realised in this product.
Our dripping pots are oven-proof earthenware, handmade in Tasmania. In our personal cooking, we utilise the fat left over. Fat takes on the flavours of the cooking, rich in fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K, released during the cooking process.
After cooking, the leftover fat is poured carefully into the dripping pot. You can reuse this straight away for your next meal or wait until your pot is filled with delicious layers resulting from a variety of meal preparations.
We love placing a layered pot into an oven on low heat, creating a blend of nutrient-dense gourmet fat. We like to add a spoonful of this delicious fat to our daily cooking as a vitamin and flavour boost.
Tallow is considered by many to be a healthier cooking fat compared to highly processed vegetable oils. It contains beneficial nutrients like vitamins A, D, E, and K, as well as conjugated linoleic acid (CLA).
Tallow also has a high smoke point, making it more stable for high-heat cooking compared to many vegetable oils that can oxidise and produce harmful compounds when heated. However, tallow is high in saturated fat, so it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Join the growing community of Australians who are rediscovering the benefits of tallow. Whether you're a chef, a skincare enthusiast, or someone looking to live more sustainably, Tassie Tallow has something for you.
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