“This fat is gradually melted and separated ... resulting in a white or light yellow substance at room temperature known as beef tallow.” Beef tallow is solid at room temperature.

While many cooks use peanut,vegetable, or canola oil, beef tallow might actually be the superior fat for frying ... which ...

Coconut oil is as unhealthy as beef dripping and butter, say US heart experts. It is packed with saturated fat which can raise "bad" cholesterol, says the American Heart Association in updated advice.