Rendered Fat for Basting Roasts
Rendered Fat for Basting Roasts is a pure, clarified cooking fat obtained by slowly melting down animal fats like beef suet, pork back fat, or poultry skin. It is a foundational ingredient in traditional Western cuisines, particularly in European and American cooking, used to add rich flavor and moisture to roasted meats.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This is an extremely high-fat, zero-carb, and zero-protein ingredient, providing a dense source of energy. A single tablespoon contains roughly 110-120 calories, primarily from saturated and monounsaturated fatty acids, with negligible vitamins or minerals.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 115 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Carbs | 0 g |
| Fat | 13 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 0 mg |
| Vitamin K | 1-2 mcg |
| Choline | 3 mg |
| Vitamin E | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin A | 10 IU |
| Selenium | 0.1 mcg |
Per 1 tablespoon (14 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, this practice is a cornerstone of traditional 'nose-to-tail' cooking, maximizing the use of the entire animal. Nutritionally, while calorie-dense, it is a pure fat source free from the additives often found in commercial vegetable oils, and its high smoke point makes it ideal for high-heat roasting.
