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Vegetable Shortening

A solid fat made from vegetable oils, hydrogenated or blended so it stays firm at room temperature. It is fat without butter's water or flavour.

Origin

An industrial fat developed as a substitute for lard.

Flavour

Neutral.

How to use it

Use it in pastry and frying where you want fat and no butter taste.

Storage

Cool and covered. It picks up smells.

Recipes using it

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