Description
As the trend for indulgent cooking continues to sweep the nation, one ingredient is making a comeback in kitchens across the country: pork back fat.
This unctuous, tasty fat is a favourite of chefs and home cooks alike, prized for its ability to add richness and depth to a range of dishes. From crispy roast potatoes to flaky pastries and hearty stews, pork back fat is the secret weapon that elevates humble ingredients to gourmet status.
But it’s not just its culinary properties that are driving the resurgence of this ingredient. Pork back fat is also packed with health benefits, including high levels of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, which can help to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease.
Of course, sourcing quality pork back fat is key to getting the best results in your cooking.
So why not try incorporating pork back fat into your next culinary creation? Whether you’re looking to impress dinner guests or simply treat yourself to a little indulgence, this versatile ingredient is sure to deliver the flavour and texture you crave.

John Clarkson (verified owner) –
Daniela Ciobanu (verified owner) –
A bit expensive
Louis French (verified owner) –
Ideal for making cretons – a particular Quebec delicacy
C Harris (verified owner) –
It’s been years since I’ve been able to get my hands on this product so when I came across it I was over the moon. It was reasonably priced. I’m accustomed to thicker cuts and with rind on but other than that, perfect!!
Gabor Horvath (verified owner) –
Richard Robinson (verified owner) –
Ordered back fat for my sausages it made a bid difference 100% the best flavour I’ve had
John Wilkes (verified owner) –
Added to both my sausage and black pudding mixes. Perfect for that
Agata Rusinek (verified owner) –
Keith Jager (verified owner) –
I want to try making my own black pudding and Gridirons pork back fat is the best I’ve found….
Monika Blaszczak (verified owner) –
Robert Scorer (verified owner) –
Arrived on time and well packaged. Excellent
Colin Green (verified owner) –
Excellent back fat nice and thick and white just what I have been searching for when I make my own sausages at home.
Alan Ma (verified owner) –
Jamie Collins (verified owner) –
David Peet (verified owner) –