Is Jowl Vegetarian?

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Jowl refers to the lower part of an animal jaw.

Jowl and the Vegetarian Diet

Jowl is the term used for the flesh from the lower part of an animal's jaw, typically from pigs. It is a fatty cut of meat that is often used in various culinary applications, such as cured pork products like guanciale, or smoked and used in dishes to add a rich, savory flavor. This ingredient is particularly popular in southern cuisine in the United States and in Italian cooking.

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Foods That Commonly Contain Jowl

Guanciale
Jowl bacon
Pork jowl stew
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