To Preserve Goose Lard: German Ganseschmalz

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
To Preserve Goose Lard: German Ganseschmalz Recipe
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Prep

30 min

Cook

2-3 hours

Ready In

2-3.5 hours

Level

Difficult

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Ingredients

1 goose
salt
cold water
3 -5 slices apples

Nutrision Information

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Sugar
0g
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To Preserve Goose Lard: German Ganseschmalz is a traditional recipe used in Germany to preserve goose fat. Goose fat is a versatile ingredient that can be used in place of butter or oil in cooking and baking. Preserving the fat also reduces waste, as it allows you to use a part of the goose that might otherwise be discarded.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 325°F.
2.Remove the skin and fat from the goose and chop it into small pieces.
3.Place the pieces in a large dutch oven or oven-safe pot and add enough cold water to just cover them.
4.Add a generous pinch of salt and the apple slices.
5.Place the pot in the preheated oven and cook for 2-3 hours, or until the fat has rendered out and the skin and apples have turned crispy and brown.
6.Strain the rendered fat through a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth to remove any impurities.
7.Let the fat cool slightly, then pour it into clean, sterilized jars and seal.
8.Store in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.

PROS

This recipe is a traditional way to preserve excess goose fat, which can be used in cooking or baking.

By preserving the fat, you reduce waste and have a flavorful ingredient on hand for future use.

CONS

This recipe requires a bit of time and effort to render the fat and preserve it properly.

However, the end result is worth it if you value traditional, homemade ingredients.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While goose fat is high in calories and saturated fat, it is also a good source of vitamin E and other antioxidants.
It is also lower in cholesterol than butter and contains more healthy monounsaturated fats.

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