Premium New Zealand Beef Fat – Per KG (FSHMT Certified)

The Natural, Nutrient-Dense Fat That Brings Flavour, Fuel, and Function to Your Kitchen

For generations, beef fat has been a cornerstone of traditional cooking, sustainable food practices, and high-performance nutrition. Whether rendered into tallow, used to enhance flavour, or incorporated into artisanal food production, FSHMT-certified Beef Fat (Per KG) offers versatility, richness, and health-supportive value in every gram.

Sourced from 100% grass-fed New Zealand cattle, our premium beef fat is fully traceable, hygienically processed, and vacuum-sealed for optimal freshness. Available in bulk or smaller quantities, this product is ideal for butchers, chefs, soap makers, home cooks, and pet food producers looking for a clean, functional animal fat.

Rich in flavour and essential nutrients, beef fat is suitable for rendering into cooking tallow, baking, deep frying, soap making, and homemade pet meals. As modern kitchens return to whole-animal butchery and ancestral health values, this product delivers unmatched value — both nutritionally and economically.

Key Features of FSHMT Beef Fat (Per KG)

• 100% Grass-Fed New Zealand Beef Source – Clean, ethical, and hormone-free
  
• FSHMT Certified – Meets NZ food safety standards for human consumption
  
• Vacuum Packed Per KG – For extended freshness and freezer storage
  
• Perfect for Rendering Into Tallow – Ideal for frying, baking, and deep-roasting
  
• No Preservatives or Additives – Pure and unprocessed
  
• Keto & Carnivore-Friendly – High in natural saturated fats for energy
  
• Multi-Purpose Ingredient – From food to skincare to pet treats
  
• Consistent Quality and Sizing – Uniform chunks or rough dice depending on availability
  
• Economical and Sustainable – A by-product of whole-animal use
  
• Frozen or Chilled Options – For bulk buyers or home use
  

Nutritional and Health Benefits of Beef Fat

Far from being a simple by-product, beef fat is a dense source of calories, nutrients, and functional lipids essential to ancestral diets and high-energy lifestyles.

Nutritional Highlights:

• Rich in Saturated Fats: Supports brain health and energy metabolism
  
• High in Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA): Known for fat metabolism and cancer-fighting properties
  
• Natural Source of Stearic Acid: Promotes cellular function and heart health
  
• Contains Vitamins A, D, E, and K2: Especially when from grass-fed cattle
  
• Zero Carbohydrates: Perfect for low-carb, keto, and carnivore diets
  
• Extremely High Smoke Point (when rendered): Ideal for high-temperature cooking
  

Compared to processed cooking oils, rendered beef tallow is more stable, less prone to oxidation, and free from trans fats and industrial seed oil additives.

Why Choose Beef Fat?

1. Culinary Versatility

Render into tallow for deep-frying, use to baste meats, sauté vegetables, or add flavour depth to gravies and stews. Once rendered and filtered, beef fat becomes a rich, creamy, and shelf-stable cooking fat perfect for daily use.

2. Traditional Nutrition Reborn

More Kiwis are embracing ancestral eating, carnivore diets, and whole-food approaches. Beef fat delivers high-quality, animal-based fuel that supports energy, satiety, and hormone balance.

3. Excellent for Skincare and Soap Making

Beef tallow has been used for centuries in natural soaps, moisturisers, and salves. It mimics the skin’s lipid layer, making it deeply nourishing for dry or sensitive skin.

4. Pet Food Supplement

Raw beef fat is commonly added to homemade raw dog food or BARF (biologically appropriate raw food) diets, offering concentrated energy and healthy coat benefits for active pets.

5. Sustainability

Utilising beef fat contributes to whole animal butchery and reduces waste. It’s an ethical choice that respects the source and minimises environmental impact.

Common Applications

For Cooking:

• Rendering into beef tallow
  
• Frying, roasting, and sautéing
  
• Pie crusts, biscuits, and pastries (lard-style)
  
• Fat infusion for sausages and charcuterie
  
• Beef fat candles (natural flame and aroma)
  

For Personal Use:

• Cold-process soap making
  
• Tallow-based balms, moisturisers, or deodorants
  
• Lip balms or lotion bars
  

For Pets:

• Raw supplementation in dog/cat food
  
• Added to kibble for working dog calorie boost
  
• Use in homemade treats or pet patés
  

How to Render Beef Fat into Tallow

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Chop fat into small pieces (if not pre-diced)
   
2. Add to heavy-bottomed pot or slow cooker
   
3. Cook on low for several hours, stirring occasionally
   
4. Once melted, strain through cheesecloth or fine mesh
   
5. Cool and store in jars — shelf-stable up to 12 months in pantry or longer in fridge
   

Result: Clean, white, flavourful tallow ready for high-heat cooking or skincare.

Who Buys This Product?

• Restaurants and Cafés: Render into deep-frying tallow or use to sear meats
  
• Butchers and Meat Processors: Add-on product for whole-animal offerings
  
• Meal Kit Providers: Natural fat source for keto/carnivore boxes
  
• Soap Makers and Skincare Brands: Key ingredient in clean-beauty formulas
  
• Pet Food Manufacturers: Clean energy source in raw blends or jerky
  
• Home Cooks and Homesteaders: For rendering, salves, or DIY cooking fats
  
• Farmers Markets and Artisan Brands: Value-added by-product for local buyers
  

New Zealand Quality You Can Trust

Our beef fat is sourced from grass-fed, ethically raised cattle in New Zealand. All processing facilities are:

• FSHMT Certified
  
• NZFSA and MPI Compliant
  
• Cold Chain-Managed for Integrity
  
• Free from Growth Hormones and Antibiotic Residues
  

We work with trusted local farms that prioritise animal welfare, soil health, and sustainable agriculture. This product reflects the purity, ethics, and flavour profile that define New Zealand beef globally.

Sustainability and Whole-Animal Use

By choosing this product, you're contributing to a zero-waste, full-carcass processing model that:

• Reduces landfill from abattoirs
  
• Supports eco-conscious butchery practices
  
• Encourages ancestral food preparation methods
  
• Empowers local food systems to reduce dependency on imports
  

It’s the ethical and economical choice for conscious consumers and food professionals.

Packaging, Storage & Handling

• Format: Raw, unrendered beef fat
  
• Presentation: Bulk-packed per KG, vacuum-sealed
  
• Chilled Shelf Life: Up to 28 days at 0–4°C
  
• Frozen Shelf Life: 12–18 months at -18°C or lower
  
• Handling: Refrigerate or freeze immediately. Render within 1–2 days of thawing.
  

Custom bulk pack formats (5KG, 10KG) available for commercial buyers.