Understanding Different Cooking Oils and When to Use Them
Feb 16, 2026
Not all cooking oils are created equal. Each has a different smoke point and flavor profile. Use olive oil for low to medium heat cooking and finishing dishes. Avocado oil and grapeseed oil are excellent for high-heat cooking. Coconut oil adds a subtle sweetness to dishes. Sesame oil is perfect for Asian cuisines as a finishing oil. Understanding these differences will improve your cooking dramatically.
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