suet
fat
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Suet is the hard fat found around the kidneys and loins of beef and mutton. This fat is used to produce tallow. The term "suet" originates from Middle English and ultimately derives from the Latin word "sebum".1
Suet is also a key ingredient in suet pudding, a dish typically made with chopped suet, flour, bread crumbs, raisins, and spices. This pudding is prepared by boiling or steaming.2
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