Vegetable Shortening is a dietary fat that is calorie-dense.
Fat per tbsp (13g)
13
g% Daily Value
A serving of Vegetable Shortening (13g) contains 13g of fat, which is 17% of the recommended daily value based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Dietary fat is essential for energy, nutrient absorption, and hormone production. Focus on healthy unsaturated fats. When planning your meals, consider that vegetable shortening is a moderate source of fat compared to other healthy and fats.
See how Vegetable Shortening compares to other healthy and fats foods.
per tsp (5g)
5g
per tsp (5g)
5g
per 100g
73.3g
per tsp (5g)
5g
Source: USDA FoodData Central | FDC ID: 173584 | Last updated: 2026-03-30
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