Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Cooking Oils

Heat During Cooking: No heat
Oil: Flaxseed
Best Use: Salads

Heat During Cooking: Low to moderate
Oil: Coconut, corn, olive, peanut, sesame, walnut
Best Use: Baking (low heat), light sautéing, pressure cooking, salads

Heat During Cooking: Medium heat
Oil: Macadamia nut, safflower, canola
Best Use: Baking (medium heat), sautéing, stir-fry

Heat During Cooking: High Heat
Oil: Avocado, sunflower, soybean/soy
Best Use: Deep browning, deep-frying, searing

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