Fat, beef tallow
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Riboflavin | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Niacin | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Folate, total | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Choline, total | 79.8 MG | 15% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 2.7 MG | 18% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.7 UG | 4% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Potassium, K | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Sodium, Na | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.2 UG | 0% |
About Fat, beef tallow
Beef tallow is rendered cattle fat, essentially pure lipid with zero protein, zero carbohydrate, and zero fiber. Saturated fat makes up a large share of the total fat content, which is characteristic of animal-derived cooking fats. It was the dominant frying fat in American kitchens before vegetable shortening displaced it mid-century and has seen renewed interest among cooks who prefer animal fats for high-heat cooking and flavor.
Dietary Information
Fat, beef tallow is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Calorie Breakdown
At 902 calories per 100 grams, Fat, beef tallow gets 0% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 100% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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