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Best Substitutes for Bacon Fat/Grease — What to Use Instead

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Butter: 1:1 — Good for cooking. Less smoky flavor.

Lard: 1:1 — Very similar cooking properties.

Overview

Top substitute for bacon fat/grease: Butter (1:1). Good for cooking. Less smoky flavor. Plus 3 more alternatives.

Key Details

  • Butter: 1:1 — Good for cooking. Less smoky flavor.
  • Lard: 1:1 — Very similar cooking properties.
  • Ghee: 1:1 — High smoke point. Nutty flavor.
  • Coconut Oil: 1:1 — For dairy-free option. Different flavor.

Why This Matters

  • Bacon Fat/Grease may need substituting due to dietary restrictions
  • Running out of an ingredient mid-recipe is common
  • Allergies or preferences may require alternatives

How To

  1. 1Best overall substitute: Butter at 1:1
  2. 2Consider what role the ingredient plays in the recipe
  3. 3Test substitutes in small batches first
  4. 4Adjust other ingredients as noted for best results

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The best substitute is Butter at 1:1. Good for cooking. Less smoky flavor.