What container is used for lard?
It is suggested to use ceramic containers to hold lard.
Lard is a common oil, rich in fatty acids. Fatty acids are not strong acids, so they will not corrode articles when packaged, but are easy to oxidize. The long-term storage of lard adopts heat-resistant and airtight containers, such as ceramic cans, which have the characteristics of corrosion resistance and good sealing, and are very suitable for storing lard.
How long can lard be kept?
Generally speaking, it can be preserved for about 3-6 months.
Lard, also known as meat oil or lard, is an oil extracted from pork. The initial state of lard is yellowish and translucent liquid edible oil, and it is white or yellowish solid at room temperature. When making lard, if salt or sugar is mixed and sealed, the storage time can be prolonged. Generally speaking, lard can be stored for 3-6 months, and if it is stored in a cold storage, it can last longer.
Can lard be frozen in the refrigerator?
Of course.
The refrigerator has the characteristics of low temperature and constant temperature. Keeping lard in the refrigerator can prolong the edible period of lard to the greatest extent. In summer, the temperature is high, and lard is prone to mildew and deterioration at room temperature. In addition, if you don't plan to eat it for the time being, you can also put the lard in the refrigerator for frozen storage, which can prolong the edible period of lard to the greatest extent and is conducive to the preservation of lard.
Is eating lard good for your health?
Moderate consumption can supplement nutrition for the body, while excessive consumption of lard is not good for the body.
An edible oil made from pig fat extracted from lard is generally eaten with vegetarian food. For example, adding lard when cooking and steaming pumpkins can effectively improve the taste of lard and make it more delicious. However, fatty acids in lard are mostly saturated fatty acids, which will cause atherosclerosis. Eating too much lard can cause chronic diseases such as cerebral infarction, myocardial infarction and arteriosclerosis of lower limbs. Therefore, it is necessary to eat lard in moderation in daily life.