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Very energy-dense, almost entirely fat
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Melted tail fat (13 g) has 117 calories. That works out to 898 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 13 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 13 g
117
KCAL / 13G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
13g
· 17% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 0% · Fat 100%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 117 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 5.88 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.18 g | |
| Sodium | 0.26 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 13 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 4.5 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 20 g | 180 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 26 g | 233 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 35 g | 314 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (triple) | 39 g | 350 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 55 g | 494 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 898 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 110 g | 988 kcal |
Calculated from 898 calories per 100 g.
Melted tail fat is used to add rich lamb flavor and fat to cooking. It is especially common in kebab and meatball mixtures, where it helps keep the meat moist, and in some rice dishes.
To make melted tail fat, chop raw sheep tail fat into small pieces and warm it slowly over low heat until the fat renders. Strain out the browned solids, then pour the liquid fat into a clean, dry container.
Cool melted tail fat and keep it covered in a clean, dry container in the refrigerator. Use a clean, dry spoon each time; food crumbs or water in the container can make it spoil sooner.
Yes, melted tail fat usually firms up when chilled in the refrigerator. That is a normal change, not a sign that it has spoiled; gently warm the amount you need to make it liquid again.
Yes, melted tail fat can be mixed into kebab meat to add lamb flavor and help keep it moist as it cooks. Use it sparingly, since too much can make the mixture greasy and overpower the meat.
Lamb suet is the closest substitute for melted tail fat when you want a similar animal-fat richness, though it is not identical. Butter, ghee, or cooking oil can also provide fat, but they will change the flavor.
Yes, melted tail fat can be used to sauté or pan-fry foods. Heat it gently and avoid letting it smoke; overheating can give the fat and the food an unpleasant burnt taste.
Melted tail fat has a rich, savory flavor with a distinctive lamb aroma. It can taste strong on its own, so it is often combined with minced meat, spices, or other cooking fats rather than used in large amounts.
Yes, melted tail fat can replace some or all of the oil in rice, giving it a richer, lamb-forward flavor. Start with a small amount, since its distinctive taste can easily dominate a mild rice dish.
Melted tail fat is very energy-dense and consists almost entirely of fat, so it is best used in modest amounts. People limiting saturated fat for a medical reason should consider how it fits their individual diet.
Vitamins
Vitamin D
0.16µg · 1% DV
Vitamin K
0.91µg · 1% DV
Vitamin E
0.09mg · 1% DV
B12
0.01µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Selenium
0.03µg · 0% DV
Iodine
0.07µg · 0% DV
Iron
0.01mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.26mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.13mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Melted tail fat is rendered from the fatty tail of a sheep, usually by gently heating the fat and straining it. It is used in Turkish and other regional cuisines to enrich kebabs, minced-meat dishes and pilafs with a distinctive savoury flavour.
It tastes rich and meaty, and firms up as it cools. In Turkey and across parts of the Middle East and Central Asia, it is generally cooked into a dish rather than served on its own. It is almost entirely fat and very energy-dense: 100 g contains 99.8 g of fat. A small spoonful can add plenty of flavour; for a lighter result, use less or combine it with a neutral cooking oil.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.88g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.43g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.34g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.9:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.