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What is beef tallow, anyway?
Great question - beef tallow is what we like to think of as "liquid gold" in the beef industry. Picture rich, creamy fat from the finest beef rendered down, and simmered to perfection until it turns into a liquid gold. When it congeals it has a thicker, creamier consistency that likens to something like butter.
How to make beef tallow at home
Now, let's get down to business - how do you make beef tallow at home? Fear not, the process is simpler than you might think. All you need is some high-quality beef fat, (we recommend using our Suet Fat or Fat Trimmings - which you can find here), and a bit of patience.
Find Your Fat: We recommend our Suet Fat (On-Tap and Wagyu varieties) or our Fat Trimmings (On-Tap and Wagyu varieties). Our fat has minimal meat attached, which is best for making tallow.
Render Like a Pro: Cut the fat into small pieces and place them in a heavy-bottomed pot or slow cooker. Set the heat to low and let the fat slowly melt, stirring occasionally.
Strain and Store: Once fully rendered, strain the liquid through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove any impurities. Pour into clean jars and allow it to cool before storing in the fridge or freezer for long-term freshness.
*The more "yellow" beef fat or tallow appears, the better! The yellow tint comes from higher levels of beta-carotene in our beef, which is the same yellow-orange pigment that gives carrots their color. Beta-carotene provides the body with Vitamin A, an essential vitamin.
Why use beef tallow?
In the Kitchen:
Ideal for High-Heat Cooking – Perfect for frying, roasting, and sautéing, tallow adds rich, savory depth to your dishes.
Great for Baking – Use as a butter substitute for flakier pie crusts and tender baked goods.
For Skincare:
Deeply Moisturizing – Rich in vitamins and fatty acids, tallow nourishes dry skin and helps maintain a healthy glow.
Natural & Chemical-Free – Unlike synthetic moisturizers, beef tallow closely resembles the skin’s natural oils, allowing for deep absorption and hydration.
Skip the work; Try our premade beef tallow!
While making tallow at home is rewarding, it takes time. That’s why we offer small-batch, handcrafted beef tallow made from Hi Brau’s pasture-raised beef fat. Processed on a small family farm in Georgia, our 8 oz tubs come frozen for freshness and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to six months after thawing.
Enjoy all the benefits of beef tallow without the extra effort. Order today and experience the convenience of high-quality, ready-to-use tallow for your kitchen and skincare routine!
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