Ingredient

Beef Fat

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add beef fat to foods for its rich flavor, to improve texture, and …

What it is

Beef fat is the rendered fat obtained from cattle, often known as tallow. It is a solid fat at room temperature, typically white or yellowish in color.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add beef fat to foods for its rich flavor, to improve texture, and as a cooking medium. It is commonly found in gravies, soups, baked goods, and for frying.

Health notes

Beef fat is a source of saturated fat. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend limiting saturated fat intake to less than 10% of daily calories. The FDA generally recognizes beef fat as safe for its intended uses in food. As a traditional food ingredient, it is not typically evaluated by bodies like JECFA or EFSA for an acceptable daily intake.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Products containing Beef Fat

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CLOVER VALLEY Clover Valley, Bouillon Cubes, Beef Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 135kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Pure Food Company Inc. Herb Ox, Granulated Bouillon, Beef Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 286kcal 0Protein 0Fat 57.1Carbs

Lipton Pasta Sides Stroganoff Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 28% DV per serving 367kcal 11.7Protein 2.5Fat 71.7Carbs DOLLY MADISON BAKERY Iced Devil's Food Cake With Creamy Filling Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 361kcal 2.8Protein 12.0Fat 63.0Carbs

EL TRIGAL S.A. Coating Mix Cracker Meal Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes 367kcal 10Protein 0Fat 83.3Carbs EL TRIGAL Rallopan Seasoned Coating Mix Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes High in sodium — 25% DV per serving 367kcal 10Protein 6.7Fat 70Carbs HELPER Hamburger Stroganoff Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 25% DV per serving 351kcal 10.8Protein 2.7Fat 70.3Carbs

FRESH & EASY Carne Asada Soup Other Soups High in sodium — 34% DV per serving 77kcal 4.2Protein 3.2Fat 8.0Carbs HOSTESS Iced Devil's Food Cake With Creamy Filling Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 361kcal 2.8Protein 13.0Fat 62.0Carbs FRESH & EASY Lasagna With Meat Sauce And Ricotta Other Deli High in sodium — 41% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 147kcal 8.5Protein 5.6Fat 15.6Carbs R EVERYDAY Au Jus Gravy Mix Gravy Mix 200kcal 0Protein 0Fat 40Carbs R EVERYDAY Brown Gravy Mix Gravy Mix 417kcal 16.7Protein 8.3Fat 50Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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