What’s the Talk About Tallow? What You Need to Know

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You’ve probably seen grass fed beef tallow pop up on your social media feed or even on grocery store shelves. But what is it, and why is it making a comeback? From its ancestral origins to its modern applications, here’s the what, why, and how of this traditional cooking fat that’s stood the test of time.

What Is Beef Tallow? 

At its core, tallow is a fat derived from ruminant animals such as cows, mutton, or sheep. It’s gently melted and cooled, yielding a creamy cooking fat. Long before tallow went viral, this traditional cooking fat has been used for centuries.

Jar of grass fed beef tallow with potatoes, garlic and herbs on kitchen counter, showcasing natural pasture raised cooking ingredients

Tallow production dates back to ancient times, and the word itself means ‘sebum’ in Latin. Fast-forward to the 18th century and the Industrial Revolution, and tallow became a staple in many households for its versatile uses in and out of the kitchen. Although the introduction of vegetable oils led to its decline around the 20th century, the modern-day holistic movement is resurrecting this ancestral fat, and for good reason.

Why Is Grass Fed Beef Tallow Making a Comeback? 

Whether you follow a nose-to-tail philosophy or are looking for real food with real nutrients, grass fed beef tallow delivers the best of both worlds. When rendered from genuine grass fed farm meats, such as pasture raised 100% grass fed and finished beef, tallow can deliver immense nutritional benefits. From fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K to higher levels of omega-3s, its nutrient-rich profile beats industrialized seed oils any time.

Close up of creamy grass fed beef tallow being scooped from jar, highlighting rich texture and nutrient dense cooking fat

How Can I Use Grass Fed Beef Tallow? 

Unlike industrialized seed oils, beef tallow is a kitchen workhorse. It beautifully sears your steak just as easily as it adds a golden touch to your favorite pie crust recipe. From frying to sautéing to baking, beef tallow’s clean, neutral flavor holds up to high-heat cooking while adding a subtle, savory flavor to dishes. Give it a try by searing your favorite farm fresh grass fed beef steak, or try it the next time you whip up homemade fries.

French fries frying in grass fed beef tallow in cast iron pan, demonstrating traditional high heat cooking with natural animal fats

About Primal Pastures

Primal Pastures pasture raised proteins bring together nature and nutrient-dense food. From 100% grass fed and finished beef to corn and soy free chicken, every animal is regeneratively and ethically raised for nutritious, delicious, clean meats that are better for you and the planet. Shop for pasture-to-plate best sellers like Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast, Ground Beef, and Smoked Bacon. Or buy grass fed beef online through their Bulk Beef Shares program and save on premium cuts delivered straight to your door.

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