A CLOSER LOOK
How to recognize it
Baking fat that stays solid at room temperature and helps create tender pastry textures.
In the kitchen
Pineapple-bun topping.
Often vegetable-based today, though the term can cover other fats.
Ask about this ingredient
这道菜里有起酥油吗？
Does this dish contain Shortening?
A few dishes to explore
These examples use this ingredient in typical or optional preparations. Open the dish to see the distinction; a restaurant’s recipe can differ.
