To find the real thing, you have to know where to look. Here is your roadmap for sourcing fresh or frozen beef blood. 1. Specialized Asian Markets

Fresh blood has a very short shelf life. If you aren't using it immediately, look for frozen options or freeze it yourself as soon as you get home.

Make sure it is labeled for human consumption. Blood sold for garden fertilizer (blood meal) is not safe to eat.

Here is a blog post guide to help you track down this specialty ingredient. The Chef’s Quest: Where to Actually Buy Beef Blood

Finding beef blood for traditional dishes like blood pudding tiết canh