Suet
/ˈsuːɪt/
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Pro Tip 1/3Culinary Use
Suet is typically used in traditional British recipes, adding richness and flavor to dishes. 
The Christmas mince pies were enriched with suet for a festive taste.
Pro Tip 2/3Dietary Restrictions
Suet is animal fat, so it is not suitable for vegetarian or vegan diets without a plant-based substitute. 
He used vegetable suet in the recipe to accommodate his vegetarian guests.
Pro Tip 3/3Substitutions
If suet is unavailable, alternatives like butter or shortening are often used for similar effects. 
She substituted the suet with butter in the dumpling recipe.