This butternut squash soup with coconut milk is full of flavor, is easy to make, and freezes well. It’s a perfect vegan dinner any time of the year! I like to call this soup fall in a bowl. While I enjoy this soup in Autumn, I end up making it throughout the winter too! This soup is so flavorful and delicious; it's tasty all year long! Butternut squash soup is my favorite, and it's effortless to make. This version is [...]
Vegetable Oil vs Palm Oil: The Ultimate Verdict
Wondering about the differences between vegetable oil and palm oil? These days, it's hard to know which oil to use for specific cooking tasks, but I'm here to break it down for you. I'll also explain how they compare in terms of nutrition, and how to store them properly. So, let's get started! Comparing vegetable oil vs palm oil Vegetable oilPalm oil/Red palm oilSolid or Liquid?LiquidSemi solidSmoke Point [...]
You Won’t Believe Which Country Eats the Most Coconuts (Hint: It’s Not the USA)
I don’t know about you, but “coconuts” and “Hawaii” go hand-in-hand in my vocabulary. If that’s the case, you’ll be just as surprised as me that Hawaii doesn’t get the USA even close to eating as many coconuts as some of these other countries… I took a look at the most recent data to see which country consumes the most coconuts, and unsurprisingly, countries closer to the equator tend to eat more coconuts (sorry Canada, [...]
What’s the Best Cooking Oil for Broiling?
When it comes to broiling, using a neutral oil has its advantages. It allows the flavor of the dish to take center stage, whether you're trying to showcase the natural taste of the ingredients or experimenting with a range of herbs and spices. Avocado and macadamia oil are my personal go-tos for a healthy option, offering both versatility and a subtle taste. However, if you're watching your budget, high-heat canola or [...]
What’s the Best Oil for Deep Frying?
Refined neutral-flavored oils are often used for deep frying due to their high smoke point and subtle taste. These usually come in the form of peanut oil, soybean oil, safflower oil, and canola oil. Avocado oil is also an option, but remember that a larger quantity is required for deep frying, which can be expensive. From a nutritional standpoint, oils rich in saturated and monounsaturated fats are preferable for deep [...]
What’s the Best Oil for Grilling?
Like broiling, grilling is about the seasoning and the flavor of the food or the charcoal grill. Usually, I use a neutral flavored oil like avocado for grilling unless I really want the oil flavor of my food to shine (think olive oil for Greek chicken or coconut oil for Thai grilled fish in banana leaf). My personal favorites are avocado oil for an all-around neutral grilling oil, olive oil for mediterranean flavors, and [...]
