Erin Higa

Butter, the creamy staple, has long been the go-to ingredient for adding richness and flavor to our favorite dishes. However, in recent years, another tropical contender has emerged on the scene: palm kernel oil (related to palm oil). So, which is better? Let's find out! Comparing palm kernel oil vs butter Palm kernel oilButterSolid or Liquid?Semi-solidSolidSmoke Point (Fahrenheit)430-450 degrees300-350 degreesPrimary [...]

Are you torn between the luxurious (and potentially healthier) macadamia oil and the classic indulgence of butter? Well, I've got your back! Get ready to unravel the ultimate verdict on macadamia oil vs butter. I'll break down their flavors, nutrition benefits, and versatility, giving you all the juicy details to help you make the perfect choice! Comparing macadamia oil vs butter Macadamia oilButterSolid or [...]

It seems like there’s a new cooking oil popping up in the headlines every week. Two oils that I see being talked about a lot recently are grapeseed oil and palm oil. But what exactly are they? And which one is better? Today I’ll cover their distinct sources, flavors, cooking properties, nutritional profiles, and even the storage secrets of these mysterious oils. Let's get started! Comparing grapeseed oil vs palm [...]

If you love experimenting with different ingredients, you may wonder which oil or fat to use in your recipes. Many of us are familiar with the popular butter substitute - margarine, but have you ever tried cashew oil? Is it true that it could be better than margarine? To answer that, I've gone ahead and provided a full side-by-side comparison of cashew oil vs margarine below. I cover cooking/baking properties, taste, [...]

In one corner, we have the golden, creamy margarine, a long-standing staple in households around the world. And in the other corner, we have the underdog hazelnut oil, a newcomer that has been making waves with its rich flavor and purported health benefits. It's time to settle the score once and for all. Welcome to the ultimate showdown: hazelnut oil vs margarine. Comparing hazelnut oil vs margarine  Hazelnut [...]

If you're a foodie like me, you know that the ingredients we use can make a world of difference in our dishes. When it comes to duck fat and margarine, two popular cooking fats, there's a lot to consider. In this article, we'll explore the differences between duck fat and margarine, how to use them in cooking and baking, whether they can be substituted for each other, the nutritional aspects, and the best ways to store [...]