Ingredient

Smoked Pork Fat

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use smoked pork fat to add a savory, smoky flavor to foods. It …

What it is

Smoked pork fat is rendered fat from pigs that has been cured and then smoked. The smoking process imparts a distinct flavor and aroma to the fat. It is often used as a flavoring ingredient.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use smoked pork fat to add a savory, smoky flavor to foods. It is commonly found in processed meats, canned vegetables, pasta dishes, and seasoning mixes where a rich, meaty taste is desired.

Health notes

Smoked pork fat is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. Like other animal fats, it is high in saturated fat, and high intake of saturated fat is linked to increased risk of heart disease. The World Health Organization (WHO) has identified processed meats as a Group 1 carcinogen, meaning there is sufficient evidence that they cause cancer in humans. JECFA (Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives) has evaluated many food additives, including some related to meat processing, but specific evaluations for smoked pork fat are not widely published. Evidence regarding the health effects of consuming moderate amounts of smoked pork fat as part of a balanced diet is mixed.

Allergen info

Smoked pork fat is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Smoked Pork Fat

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General Mills, Inc. Betty Crocker, Spaghetti, Seasoning And Creamy Carbonara Suace Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 347kcal 10.2Protein 9.2Fat 53.1Carbs Sylvia Woods Food Company, LLC. Specially-Seasoned Mustard Greens Canned Vegetables 42kcal 3.4Protein 0.8Fat 5.1Carbs Sylvia Woods Food Company, LLC. Specially-Seasoned Turnip Greens Canned Vegetables 34kcal 2.5Protein 0.4Fat 4.2Carbs Holmes Canning Company Inc. Margaret Holmes, Seasoned Mustard Greens Canned Vegetables 42kcal 3.4Protein 0.8Fat 5.1Carbs Sylvia Woods Food Company, LLC. Specially-Seasoned Collard Greens Canned Vegetables 30kcal 0.8Protein 1.3Fat 5.9Carbs Mas Sales Inc. Loaded Casserole Vegetable and Lentil Mixes High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 333kcal 7.4Protein 0Fat 77.8Carbs Kraft Heinz Foods Company Chicken & Cheese Quesadilla Rolls Chicken And Vegetables With Cheeses And Bacon Wrapped In A Crispy Flour Tortilla, Chicken & Cheese Frozen Dinners & Entrees 218kcal 10.3Protein 8.1Fat 26.4Carbs Mariner Seafood LLC Bacon & Charred Onion Butter Sea Scallops, Bacon & Charred Onion Butter Other Deli High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 97kcal 11.5Protein 4.0Fat 3.5Carbs Rouse's Enterprises, Inc. Bacon Cheddar Flavored Fries, Bacon Cheddar Other Snacks 500kcal 3.6Protein 32.1Fat 53.6Carbs Marie Callender's Retail Foods Cheddar, Egg & Bacon Bake Potatoes And Scrambled Eggs Topped With Aged Cheddar Cheese With Bacon Comfort Bakes, Cheddar, Egg & Bacon Bake Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 60% DV per serving 161kcal 6.2Protein 9.4Fat 13.4Carbs Target Stores Chicken Bacon Ranch Bites, Chicken Bacon Ranch Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 250kcal 11.8Protein 10.5Fat 27.6Carbs Sylvia Woods Food Company, LLC. Specially-Seasoned Mixed Greens Canned Vegetables 38kcal 3.4Protein 0.8Fat 5.1Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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