Is cholent made with chicken fat?

Here's why:

* Religious reasons: Cholent is a Jewish Sabbath dish, and many observant Jews follow dietary laws that prohibit mixing meat and dairy. Chicken fat is considered dairy due to its potential contact with milk during processing.

* Traditional ingredients: Cholent is typically made with beef, beans, barley, and sometimes potatoes. It's often cooked in a pot with beef fat (schmaltz) or a combination of beef fat and vegetable oil.

However:

* Variations exist: There are modern variations of cholent that might include chicken or other poultry, which could potentially involve using chicken fat.

* Personal preference: Some people might choose to use chicken fat in their cholent, regardless of traditional methods.

To be sure: If you are concerned about the ingredients, check the recipe you are using or ask the person who made the cholent.