Do Whitetail Deer Have Caul Fat?

What is it? Caul fat is the lacy fat membrane that surrounds the stomach and intestines. You've seen it every time you've field dressed a deer (or pig, elk, bear or just about anything else). In fact, caul fat is sometimes even known as lace fat.

Where can I find caul fat?

Caul fat, also known as lace fat, omentum, crépine or fat netting, is the thin membrane which surrounds the internal organs of some animals, such as cows, sheep, and pigs, also known as the greater omentum. It is used as a casing for sausages, roulades, pâtés, and various other meat dishes.

What animals have caul fat?

Caul fat is the membranous fat that surrounds the digestive organs of pigs, cows, and sheep. Visually, it's the most beautiful of all the fats; it looks a lot like a delicate spiderweb. Pork caul fat is the usually the easiest to find, and also, in my experience, the best to work with.