Vegetable shortening or butter
Vegetable shortening or butter is fundamental in Mexican cooking, used for frying and baking. It provides a rich flavour and smooth texture to dishes. It is common in the preparation of tamales, cookies, and sauces.
Estimated retail price
~£2.29 / 250g
Typical price at UK Mexican grocers
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How it's used in Mexican cooking
Vegetable shortening or butter, part of the dairy section of the Mexican pantry, appears in 1 recipe in our collection, including Orange Polvorones (Mexican Shortbread Biscuits). Each recipe shows step by step how it is added, in what quantity and which other ingredients it is paired with — the most reliable guide to how it is actually used in Mexican cooking.
Recipes with Vegetable shortening or butter
Frequently asked questions
How many recipes use Vegetable shortening or butter?
Vegetable shortening or butter is used in 1 recipe in our collection, such as Orange Polvorones (Mexican Shortbread Biscuits). The full list, with a photo and link for each recipe, is on this page.
Where can I buy Vegetable shortening or butter in the UK?
You can buy Vegetable shortening or butter online via the Amazon link on this page, or look for it at Latin American grocers in the UK.
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