Pure Beef Tallow
Quick answer
A medium portion of Pure Beef Tallow (12 g) contains 108 kcal, with 0 g of net carbohydrates and 0 g of protein.
- Carbs0 g0%
- Protein0 g0%
- Fat12 g100%
- Fibre0 g
Percentages of total energy (calories)
The authentic animal fat, carefully rendered and strained from the fat of properly slaughtered cattle; very stable and resistant to oxidation at high temperatures, with a warm rustic flavour.
💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
One of the best animal fats for quick frying, because it oxidises more slowly than commercial oils.
Best preparation methods
Excellent for coating trays of vegetables and meat in the oven for a traditional roast flavour.
Important Nutritional Note
This food does not need a glycemic index, but the foods eaten with it determine the meal’s effect on blood sugar.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (12 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 902 kcal | 108.2 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 100 g | 12 g |
| Dietary fibre | 0 g | 0 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It has 902 kcal per 100 g, ranking 19 of 19 in Healthy fats (lowest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Pure Beef Tallow good for weight loss?
Pure Beef Tallow provides 902 kcal per 100 g, so it is high in calories and fits a weight-loss plan only in small, measured amounts; a 12 g portion gives 108 kcal.
How does Pure Beef Tallow affect blood sugar?
Pure Beef Tallow contains virtually no available carbohydrate, so the glycemic index does not apply and its direct effect on blood sugar is minimal. The meal’s effect depends on what you eat with it, such as bread, rice or sweetened sauces.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Pure Beef Tallow?
A typical 12 g portion of Pure Beef Tallow provides about 108 kcal, 0 g protein, 0 g carbohydrate, 12 g fat and 0 g fibre.
Does beef tallow raise blood cholesterol?
It is high in natural saturated fat (about half of its fat). Moderate use within a balanced diet is acceptable, but people with heart disease or high blood lipids should ask their doctor about portions.
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References & Scientific Sources
- The glycemic index does not apply because this food has less than 5 g of available carbohydrate per 100 g, and a GI test requires 25 to 50 g of available carbohydrate, per: ISO 26642:2010. Food products — Determination of the glycaemic index (GI) and recommendation for food classification. International Organization for Standardization; 2010. www.iso.org/standard/43633.html
- Definition of available carbohydrate and glycemic load: FAO/WHO. Carbohydrates in human nutrition: report of a joint FAO/WHO expert consultation. FAO Food and Nutrition Paper 66. Rome; 1998. www.fao.org/4/w8079e/w8079e00.htm
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.