What Is Pork Back Fat

Pork fatback, as the name suggests, is fat sourced from the back of the pig. Coming with or without skin, it can best be described as a slab of bacon, but with absolutely no meat present. Pork fatback is considered to be a hard fat, whereas fat procured from other areas of the pig are likely to be considered soft fat.

What is pig back fat used for?

Like other types of pig fat, fatback may be rendered to make a high quality lard. It is one source of salt pork. Finely diced or coarsely ground fatback is an important ingredient in sausage making and in some meat dishes. Fatback is an important element of traditional charcuterie.

What can I substitute for fatback?

• Pork Bacon. Pork bacon is the perfect replacement for fatback. …
• Pork Shoulder Cut. This is not the most popular substitute for fatback, but it will be extremely delicious. …
• Duck Meat. …
• Goose Meat. …
• Pork Belly.