Vegetable Shortening

Halal status: Source dependent

Halal when derived entirely from plant sources. Toronto Public Health explicitly lists animal shortening as Haram. Vegetable shortening made solely from plant oils is Halal. Always verify the label confirms plant-derived origin as some shortenings blend animal and vegetable fats.

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