Jedwards is expanding its product portfolio regularly to assist growing demand and innovation across a multitude of industries. Our latest additions are two highly requested materials: Tallow (Beef) – Deodorized and Lard – Deodorized!
Before the industrial revolution and mass production, animal-based fats were the go-to in many cultures for various activities such as food preparation and soap making. After plant oils were first produced and sold on a larger scale, as well as cultural views on diets shifting, animal fats largely fell out of the running in day-to-day consumption in most households.
However, their usage never came to a stop and many restaurants, bakeries, and soap makers still largely utilize tallow and lard! Animal fats are having a resurgence, trending upward as consumers seek minimally processed, clean and natural ingredients.
Tallow is rendered fat from beef or mutton (Jedwards’ offering is from beef), while lard is rendered pork fat. Both materials have gone through a deodorization process, leaving behind a neutral but characteristic aroma and flavor profile. Deodorized fats are ideal for manufacturers who want their ingredients to have a minimal impact on final products.
Soapmaking
Modern hygiene is full of liquid body wash, body scrubs, gel cleansers… but for many, nothing beats a traditional bar of soap. Lard and tallow have been used in soapmaking for centuries as a moisturizing element that produces a hard, long-lasting soap bar. They carry a slight textural difference, with tallow providing a slightly harder bar.
Culinary Usage
Fat is an undeniable element in cooking and food manufacturing! It adds flavor, texture, and is a necessary nutrient. In modern times, most foods are prepared with plant-based oils, but animal fats are a highly advantageous option.
Tallow and lard have similar culinary applications, though many prefer using tallow for higher heat food preparation like deep frying, searing, and sauteing. Lard in particular is favored for baking, especially in flaky dough, where it provides a pleasant texture.
Additional Usage
Both tallow and lard are used on occasion in several other industries: candle making, biofuel, animal feed, lubrication, and textiles, to name but a few. These versatile materials have stood the test of time and will continue to be in high demand for years to come.
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