We hear a lot about smoke points and how it's bad to overheat oils, but we don’t often hear much about which oils can handle the heat and which cannot. Today we will look at the top-performing oils when it comes to keeping your kitchen fire and smoke-free when cooking at high heat! The oils with the highest smoke points are: Why Are Smoke Points Important? Understanding smoke points is crucial as it prevents oil [...]
Should I Use Butter Or Margarine?
Great question! It depends on your nutritional needs and your taste preferences. I use butter because I think the flavor cannot be beaten in baking, and I prefer a whole-food approach to my diet, but some, especially on low-cholesterol diets, may opt for margarine instead. Let’s talk a bit more about both to help you decide what to keep in your fridge! What Is The Difference Between Butter And [...]
What Is The Healthiest Cooking Oil?
There are so many cooking oils to choose from, and the information overload of which ones are ‘good’ and ‘bad’ is confusing. The truth is most things are okay to have in moderation, and the issues lie with excessive or imbalanced consumption. There is an old saying that ‘the dose makes the poison’, which I believe to be completely true when it comes to the consumption of cooking oils. In saying that, there are some fats [...]
The 6 Best Schmaltz Substitutes for Any Situation
Schmaltz, also known as chicken or goose fat, is a beloved and flavorful ingredient used in a variety of dishes, particularly in Jewish cuisine. But what if you don’t have any schmaltz on hand or can’t find it at the store? Not to worry! Here are 6 great substitutes that can be used in its place, depending on what you are cooking, of course! Best All-Around Substitute For Schmaltz: Duck Fat Schmaltz, a delightful [...]
The 5 Best Rice Bran Oil Substitutes for Any Situation
Rice bran oil, sometimes known as rice oil, is made from the outer layer of rice grains (the bran). It is versatile, light tasting, and has a high smoke point which make it a popular choice for things like deep frying. Unfortunately, rice bran oil can be expensive and hard to find in many parts of the world. If you’re looking for a substitute, here are our picks for the most suitable or similar alternatives to rice bran oil, [...]
The 5 Best Cottonseed Oil Substitutes for Any Situation
Cottonseed oil falls under the umbrella category of refined seed and vegetable oils. As the name suggests, it is made from the seeds of the cotton plant and refined to the oil you see on supermarket shelves. I do not know many recipes that specifically call for cottonseed oil, but if your recipe calls for “cooking oil”, then this is one of them. This also means there are plenty of other substitutes if you don’t have [...]
