Pork Fat (Lard)

[nanyang]

I was told some time ago that there is a Chinese shop in Hua-Hin which sells lard.

If so, I would appreciate being pointed in the right direction.

[hhfarang]

I don't know what you intend to use it for or in what quantity you need it, but bacon drippings are better for seasoning/cooking. If you eat bacon daily or often, just pour the liquid in the pan in a (metal, because you have to do it hot) container with a lid and keep it in your fridge. It will become the same consistency as lard after it cools and is much better as a seasoning/cooking grease. Also, use either with one cholesterol tablet daily.

Try the Chinese shop on Chomsin road; right side going east about half a block from Phetkasem next to the fishing tackle shop. They have liquor in the front window. I've seen lots of strange (and imported) items in there.

[sargeant]

If you find any please please let me know where i prefer it for savoury pastry than marge or butter

[H2ODunc]

You could always have a go at making your own. try this simple recipe / website. i gave it a go for Xmas to do the roasties in and found it easy enough. Going to have a go at some pies next
Link here
http://www.thenewhomemaker.com/makeyourownlard

[Dannie Boy]

I don't know what you intend to use it for or in what quantity you need it, but bacon drippings are better for seasoning/cooking. If you eat bacon daily or often, just pour the liquid in the pan in a (metal, because you have to do it hot) container with a lid and keep it in your fridge. It will become the same consistency as lard after it cools and is much better as a seasoning/cooking grease. Also, use either with one cholesterol tablet daily.

Try the Chinese shop on Chomsin road; right side going east about half a block from Phetkasem next to the fishing tackle shop. They have liquor in the front window. I've seen lots of strange (and imported) items in there.

I believe the Chinese shop is actually the fishing tackle shop as well - they do as you say sell many unusual items that you will struggle to find elsewhere. As for the "lard", what they sell here is not the real lard that I am used to in the UK, but it is an acceptable substitute if you are using it to make pastry although I find it works better mixed 50/50 with butter. It is also cheaper than butter and keeps well in the fridge.

[VincentD]

Why don't you make your own? I usually buy pork fat from the fresh market, cut it into thin strips, put in in a wok on a low flame and wait for the fat to ooze out. Collect in a seperate porcelain bowl. Only buy as much as you want to use as the smell and flavour tend to deteriorate after a day.

Pork fat is called 'khai mun moo' (ไขมันหมู) in the fresh markets.

[richard]

You could always have a go at making your own. try this simple recipe / website. i gave it a go for Xmas to do the roasties in and found it easy enough. Going to have a go at some pies next
Link here
http://www.thenewhomemaker.com/makeyourownlard

Fat from the wet market??

[nanyang]

Many thanks, young men, for your input/advice.
I use it to make pastry - very occasionally fried bread.
I brought some back from the UK last August and, for decent pastry, it's essential.


I'll stand back now and absorb the flak.

[Takiap]

Many thanks, young men, for your input/advice.
I use it to make pastry - very occasionally fried bread.
I brought some back from the UK last August and, for decent pastry, it's essential.


I'll stand back now and absorb the flak.

Can't see why you would get any flak, although there will no doubt be some who think you should only be eating salads.


As others have said, just make your own. It really is a simple process, and as a bonus, you get some tasty snacks to nibble on too.

[Foodie]

There is a Pork store less then a 1/2 klm north of the Chomsin rd traffic light. It is right before the turn that goes back to the railroad tracks. They are open 24 hours and have Bags of lard for 25-30 baht. Its on the bottom shelf on the right hand side of the display shelves when you walk in.

Look for the big Pig statues out front.

[dtaai-maai]

It is right before the turn that goes back to the railroad tracks.

Is that right as in 'left'?

[Foodie]

It is right before the turn that goes back to the railroad tracks.

Is that right as in 'left'?

Don't find you to be Funny.

[dtaai-maai]

Blimey, you certainly aren't! My sincere apologies for disturbing your solemnity.

[nanyang]

There is a Pork store less then a 1/2 klm north of the Chomsin rd traffic light. It is right before the turn that goes back to the railroad tracks. They are open 24 hours and have Bags of lard for 25-30 baht. Its on the bottom shelf on the right hand side of the display shelves when you walk in.

Look for the big Pig statues out front.

Thank you very much.

[charleyboy]

Nanyang, I think this is what you're after...I make my own!
Far,far cheaper than the supermarkets.
Pop round when you're back from China,I'll sell you one.