Coconut oil is derived from coconut meat and milk…
In tropical regions, coconut palm trees grow…
…and the oil may also be produced there.
However, coconut oil is often produced in colder climates…
…including northern regions of the U.S.
For stir-fries and sweets in Southeast Asian cuisine…
…this oil has been a staple.
Worldwide, it is increasingly used in baked goods and desserts…
…as well as savory cooking applications such as stir-frying…
…sautéing, and roasting, often as an alternative to butter.
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Coconut oil is rich in phytochemicals that have healthful antioxidant properties. While it’s true that extra-virgin coconut oil, like extra-virgin olive oil, contains phytochemicals, most of the coconut oil on the market is refined and provides few of those antioxidants,
Dr. Qi Sun, an associate professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School.
Coconut Oil vs. Olive Oil
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- Farmer-Crafted
- Robust flavor
- Imported, first cold pressed extra virgin olive oil
- Perfect for pasta, marinades and salad dressings. Can also be used for dipping
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Coconut oil and olive oil are both popular cooking oils…
…often touted as healthier alternatives.
Olive oil and coconut oil have similar uses and nutritional content…
…including nearly identical calories (120 calories per tablespoon of olive oil..
…and 130 calories per tablespoon it) and fat…
…though this oil does contain more saturated fat.
1 tablespoon of olive oil contains only 2 grams of saturated fat…
…and 1 tablespoon of coconut oil contains 13 grams.
Olive oil imparts a slight olive flavor to dishes…
…while coconut oil has a coconut flavor.
Virgin olive oil has a low smoke point…
…making it ideal for no- and low-heat cooking.
Its refined versions are milder in flavor and have a higher smoke point…
…so they can withstand higher heats.
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The Varieties of Coconut Oil
- Raw coconut oil: Our unrefined coconut oils are not hydrogenated, bleached, refined, or deodorized
- Organic coconut oil: USDA certified organic, non GMO project verified, raw, certified vegan, pareve MK kosher, gluten free, dairy free
- Extra virgin coconut oil: This pure coconut oil dietary supplement is an excellent source of healthy fat burning medium chain fatty acids for weight loss and management
- Cold pressed coconut oil: This virgin coconut cooking oil is among the healthiest dietary oils in the world and delicious for cooking, baking and in smoothies
- Skin & hair care: This coconut oil for hair & skin can be used for a deep conditioning hair treatment or natural skin moisturizer
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- #1 Selling Coconut Oil in the US for over 10 years
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- It also has a neutral scent and flavor (versus virgin coconut oil which has a distinct coconut smell and flavor). This makes it ideal for recipes where a coconut flavor is not desir
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Coconut oil is available in two different types…
Cold-pressed, virgin coconut oil is typically…
…made from fresh coconut meat and milk.
It is thought to be pure because no solvents are added during extraction…
…the only ingredient should be coconut.
You will notice that it smells and tastes strongly of coconut….
It varies among brands since there is no legal distinction…
…between virgin and extra virgin in the U.S.
Usually, refined coconut oil is obtained by dry-milling coconuts…
…and using heat to extract it. It may include bleaching…
..deodorizing, and additives after more refining processes.
It has a neutral aroma and a mild flavor that is barely reminiscent of coconut…
As well as being used in the kitchen…
..coconut oil is used in skin and hair products..
..including many homemade choices.
It is possible to use food-grade coconut oil for this purpose…
…but cosmetic-grade coconut oil should not be used for cooking.
Coconut oils intended for cosmetics are less refined…
..and may contain perfumes and other additives.
Refined vs. Unrefined
Refined coconut oil and unrefined coconut oil are the two main types…
Coconut flavor or aroma is not present in refined oils…
The oil is typically processed several times…
…including being deodorized and bleached..
..and is extracted from dried copra, not fresh coconuts.
Virgin coconut oil is considered unrefined…
…and has a light coconut taste and aroma…
..which varies from brand to brand.
A lot depends on the freshness of the coconut…
..and the type of processing it underwent.
Virgin vs. Extra Virgin
The word “virgin” or “extra-virgin” refers to an unrefined coconut oil…
Despite this, there is no legal definition or standard for the term…
…”extra virgin” when it comes to coconut oil in the USA.
Therefore, there is no consistent difference between virgin…
…and extra-virgin coconut oils across all brands.
Although each brand tends to have their own definitions of these terms…
…both virgin and extra-virgin coconut oils are made..
..from the first pressing of fresh, raw coconuts…
…without the addition of any chemicals.
It has come to mean that virgin oil is generally unprocessed….
The virgin coconut oil that you buy is usually…
…unbleached, unscented, and unrefined.
Coconut oil typically comes from fresh coconuts…
…but processing techniques will still affect the product’s quality.
An oil with virgin status usually smells of coconut…
…and reaches temperatures of 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Uses of Coconut Oil
In the kitchen, coconut oil can be used for smoothies…
…desserts, sauces, dressings, and marinades.
The oil can be used to sauté vegetables, fry food, mix into grain…
…create a seafood dip, or spread (or drizzle) on top of food.
You can also use it to make popcorn, or to replace butter…
…when frying things such as scrambled eggs and pancakes.
The use of coconut oil in baking is popular. This adds richness…
…and flavor to baked goods while making them lighter.
It can be substituted for butter, shortening..
..and vegetable oils in many recipes.
Using coconut oil as a vegan substitute for butter is also effective…
Because of its high content of saturated fats, this oil is…
…controversial within the nutrition area.
Coconut oil has 82 percent saturated fat…
..according to the American Heart Association.
They cite a study that compared coconut oil, butter and safflower oil…
..and found that butter and coconut oil raised LDL cholesterol…
…while safflower oil did not. In another study…
…coconut oil significantly increased LDL cholesterol compared with olive oil.
For this reason, if you choose to cook with coconut oil…
…keep in mind that it has a smoke point of 350°F and a slight coconut flavor…
…making it an excellent choice for stir fries and pan frying.
Coconut oil provides some saturated fatty acids…
…that vegans might not find in other foods…
…but it is not recommended if you consume animal protein,” says Gellman.
The use of virgin coconut oil, which is gently processed…
..and cold-processed coconut oil are two of the best forms of coconut oil to use.
Virgin coconut oil may not have the same harmful effects as highly processed oil…
Coconut oils that have been treated with solvents…
…and heated to extreme temperatures raise cholesterol levels.
The harsh processing may destroy some of the…
..good antioxidants in coconut oils, such as lauric acid.
According to a recent study, lauric acid did not appear…
…to increase the risk of heart disease quite as much as other saturated fatty acids..
..such as palmitic acid. Coconut oil may be a better choice…
…than other saturated fat sources, such as animal fats.
How to Cook with Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is white and solid at room temperature…
…but clarifies and liquefies at 76 degrees Fahrenheit.
It is best to consider the flavor it adds to the dish…
..as well as which variety is best for the particular recipe.
Coconut oil has a smoke point of 350 degrees Fahrenheit…
…so it’s suitable for baking and sautéing. Above that temperature…
…it will burn and make food taste burnt.
The smoke point of refined coconut oil is 400 degrees Fahrenheit…
…which makes it ideal for frying or stir-frying and other medium…
..and high-temperature cooking. Deep-frying is not recommended.
Because it can be transformed from solid to liquid so easily…
..consider which form is best for your recipe.
As a butter substitute, use solid coconut oil in place of solid butter..
..(cutting into a dough, for example)..
..and liquid coconut oil in place of melted butter.
You can liquefy coconut oil simply by placing the jar..
..in a bowl of hot water for a few minutes.
If you are looking for other best oil for stir-frying…
…we have some recommendations for you.
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It is a little fattier than butter, but you can substitute coconut oil for butter in a 1:1 ratio.
- Stoppers on either side of dish keep butter in place while cutting
- Convenient tablespoon measurement markings. Dishwasher safe. BPA free
- Clear lid rests on Dish without sliding off during transport and is easy to remove
- Dish designed to keep butter from slipping off tray and dirtying lid
- Accommodates all short and long butter sti
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Most other oils can be substituted in the same way…
A little extra liquid may be needed in some baked goods recipes…
..to compensate for butter’s moisture.
It is also possible to find a balance by substituting…
…only half of a recipe’s butter or olive oil with coconut oil.
Find out more about best oils for stir-fry here!
Sum Up
Can you use coconut oil to stir-fry?
The anwer is Yes, you can!
You also can use coconut oil to replace butter…
Coconut oil also has many benefits and healthier than regular oil..
Conclusion
We already told you every amazing things about coconut oil…
We hope this article will help you to consider to use the oil or not…
If you have more question, you can always ask us by leaving a comment!
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