Ingredient

Beef Suet

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add beef suet to foods for its rich flavor, texture, and high melting …

What it is

Beef suet is a hard, white fat found around the kidneys and loins of cattle. It is rendered (melted and strained) to purify it for culinary use, removing impurities and water.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add beef suet to foods for its rich flavor, texture, and high melting point, which contributes to flakiness in pastries. It is often found in traditional baked goods like puddings and pie crusts, as well as savory dishes and some frozen prepared meals.

Health notes

Beef suet is a natural food ingredient and is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for its intended use. It is primarily composed of saturated fat. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2025-2030) recommend limiting saturated fat intake to less than 10% of daily calories, as high intake can increase LDL ("bad") cholesterol levels, a risk factor for heart disease. JECFA has evaluated animal fats like suet in the context of overall dietary fat intake.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Products containing Beef Suet

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Butch's Pizza Chili With Meat Sauce Super Thin Crust Pizza, Chili With Meat Sauce Pizza High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 233kcal 11.7Protein 10Fat 24.2Carbs Atlantic Representations, Inc. Jamaican Style One Beef Pattie, Mild Frozen Patties and Burgers 246kcal 15.4Protein 4.6Fat 36.9Carbs Ahold USA, Inc. Red Wine Homestyle Cooking Sauce, Red Wine Other Cooking Sauces High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 58kcal 1.7Protein 1.7Fat 8.3Carbs Atlantic Representations, Inc. One Chicken Patties, Turnover With Chicken Filling Frozen Patties and Burgers 204kcal 12.7Protein 5.6Fat 26.8Carbs Tower Isles Frozen Foods Ltd. Tower Isle's, Chicken Patties Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 229kcal 5.9Protein 1.5Fat 50Carbs Dixie Chili Inc. Premium Cincinnati Style Chili Chili & Stew High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 92kcal 11.5Protein 3.9Fat 3.9Carbs Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery Jamaican Style Jerk Chicken Patties Frozen Patties and Burgers High in sodium — 22% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 275kcal 12.0Protein 11.3Fat 30.3Carbs Caribbean Products, Ltd. Jamaican Style Oven-Baked Crust Chicken Turnover Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in sodium — 25% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 266kcal 9.4Protein 13.3Fat 26.6Carbs Caribbean Products, Ltd. Jamaican Style Spicy Beef Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 305kcal 9.4Protein 17.2Fat 26.6Carbs

Caribbean Products, Ltd. Jamaican Style Beef Turnover Other Deli High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 305kcal 9.4Protein 17.2Fat 26.6Carbs Koegel Meats, Inc. Chili Topping Made With Beef And Textured Vegetable Protein Chili & Stew 214kcal 10.7Protein 16.1Fat 10.7Carbs Butch's Pizza Chili Pizza With Meat Sauce, Chili With Meat Sauce Pizza High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 242kcal 14.1Protein 12.1Fat 20.2Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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