What should I substitute for shortening: lard or butter?
My recipe calls for shortening, I want to substitute lard for the shortening, will this work? Or can I just use butter?
Best Answer
Yes, and also yes. Moreso lard than butter, as butter has significant water content, but it often does not matter enough to worry about. Most recipes that have been around for a while probably started with lard.
For MOST things, you can simply pick any of the three and it will be fine, or you can mix them if you like.
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The best substitute for lard is butter. Unless your recipe says otherwise, you'll want to use unsalted butter as a substitute in most recipes that call for the lard. There are other alternatives as well. If you prefer, you can use shortening or oils like coconut, vegetable, or olive.What can I use instead of butter or shortening?
Butter is a better alternative because it is closer to the shortening in consistancy. Lard is a good alternative as well. I add a little less liquid and a little more butter to compensate for the extra liquid in the butter and it works out very well.What is a substitute for lard in baking?
1. Shortening. As the replacement for lard in many recipes in the early 20th century, shortening is one of the best substitutes for lard in both baking and cooking. Made from hydrogenated vegetable oil rather than animal fat, it also suitable for vegans. Like lard, shortening is a 100% fat and has a neutral taste.When a recipe calls for shortening what do you use?
Due to its history in the kitchen, lard is still one of the best substitutes for shortening.8 Common Healthy Substitutes for Shortening
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