meat and fat

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How to reduce fat in the diet
Meat and a balanced diet


How to reduce fat in the diet

Choose lean cuts of meat and lower-fat products

  • Choose lean cubes of beef, lamb or pork for casseroles or kebabs.
  • There are ranges of lower-fat versions of popular meat products like sausages, burgers and pâté.

Cut visible fat off meat during preparation or at table

  • Trim fat from meat before cooking.
  • Cut off any remaining fat on the meat before you eat it. chops

Check other ingredients of recipe/meal and swap for low-fat alternatives

  • Try a low-fat spread instead of butter or margarine on bread, but whichever you choose, spread it thinly.

Avoid adding extra fat in food preparation

  • If you do use any fat when cooking choose oils such as sunflower, corn or olive oil.
  • Limit your intakes of oily marinades and salad dressings.

Try these healthier cooking methods such as:

  • Dry frying, grilling, roasting on a rack or stirfrying
  • Drain and discard fat from the pan before making gravy/ sauce with remaining juices.
  • Skim fat from casseroles and stews before serving.
  • Dab any grilled or fried food before serving
  • Trimming visible fat off meat: