Emma Miller
To get the most out of your cooking, you need to know which oils are suitable for frying and which oils are best used exclusively for salads.
Fried foods in oil are not the healthiest, but sometimes you want to cook food in this way. However, even frying foods can be done in such a way that they do not lose their benefits. To do this, it is important to understand which oil is suitable for frying and which oil is best used only for salads. Nutritionist Bohdana Tarasiuk revealed all the nuances on Instagram.
Coconut oil – benefits and whether it can be fried
Coconut oil is 90% saturated fat, which makes it resistant to heat. Therefore, you can safely fry dishes with this oil, the expert noted.
Coconut oil is semi-solid at room temperature and can be stored for a long time. Tarasiuk advises avoiding plastic containers when choosing, and not overeating. Otherwise, cholesterol levels can rise.
Cocoa butter – is it suitable for frying?
This oil is made from cocoa beans. Dark and milk chocolate contain the same amount of fat, but dark chocolate has more antioxidants and less sugar. In general, it is also possible to fry with this oil.
Avocado oil for frying
Avocado oil contains a large amount of monounsaturated fatty acids. Therefore, it is suitable for frying. The smoke point is 200 – 240 C.
Oils that are prohibited from frying
Olive oil is quite useful, as it can increase the level of “good” cholesterol and reduce the level of “bad” cholesterol. It has been proven that consuming this oil on a regular basis increases life expectancy. However, it is recommended to use it only in its raw form. Frying with it is strictly prohibited.
Flaxseed oil contains a large amount of the vegetable form of omega-3 and other beneficial acids. It is not suitable for cooking hot food. It should also be remembered that the shelf life of flaxseed oil is only 30 days after opening. It should only be stored in a dark place.
