Schmaltz And Gribenes (Rendered Chicken Fat) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb raw chicken fat
2 large onions, roughly chopped
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon kosher salt

Preparation

Chop the fat into large chunks. Combine everything in a saucepan and place over medium-low heat. Cook slowly 1 1/2 - 2 hours, until the water has evaporated, the fat is completely melted, and the onion has turned dark mahogany brown, but not burned.
Strain the clear fat into a clean jar and allow to cool to room temperature. Store in refrigerator up to 3 months, or in freezer up to a year. The gribenes should be used within a few days.