Rarely available in its natural form, suet is mixed with flour and sold in supermarkets in cream-coloured blocks. A vegetarian suet ... such as steak and kidney pudding, spotted dick and jam ...

Meanwhile, to make the pastry mix 250g self-raising flour with 125g shredded vegetarian suet in a large bowl. Gradually mix in 150ml milk to form a dough. Knead for 1-2 minutes – it should be ...

So, if you’re vegetarian, it’s best avoided. What suet gives to baking, British especially, is a lightness and fluffiness that butter doesn’t. A traditional steak and kidney pudding just ...