Fatback is exactly what it sounds like: the fat from the back of a pig.
If youve seen little flecks of fat in salami or mortadella, that is fatback.
Fatback is also the name of a traditional dish in the South served on New Years Eve.
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It is fried or baked until golden brown and served withblack-eyed peasandcollard greensto bring good luck.
Learn how to use fatback and some alternatives for similar, rich flavor.
There are different types of fatback and many ways to use them.
Cut the fatback into smaller portions and wrap in plastic wrap.
Defrost the amount you need in the refrigerator.
