Edible vegetable oil: differences with olive oil

Vegetable Oil Analysis: Production, Characteristics, and Comparison with Olive Oil The world of culinary fats is vast and varied, with vegetable oils occupying a prominent place alongside the iconic olive oil. Understanding the nature, production, and properties of vegetable oils is essential for making informed cooking and health choices. This article offers a detailed technical […]
How to make Ali Oli with Extra Virgin Olive Oil?

Making Ali Oli with Extra Virgin Olive Oil The preparation of aioli, a traditional emulsion whose origins date back to Mediterranean cuisine, undergoes a significant transformation when using extra virgin olive oil (EVOO). Contrary to the misconception that favors neutral oils, the use of EVOO is not only viable but also enriches the organoleptic and […]
Unrefined oleic acid in olive oil

Unrefined Oleic Acid Generally attributed to its minor components, such as polyphenols, it has already been well established by science. However, little attention has been paid to oleic acid, which makes up between 70% and 80% of its composition. For this reason, a group of professors from the Faculties of Pharmacy and Medicine at the […]
Replace butter with vegetable oil to live longer

Replacing Butter with Vegetable Oils The choice of fats we consume daily has a significant impact on our health. A recent study has revealed that “replacing butter with vegetable oils” can reduce the risk of death, including from cancer, and improve cardiovascular health. This research, which analyzed the dietary habits of more than 221,000 people […]
Cookies with EVOO, the tastiest and healthiest option

Cookies with EVOO: the healthiest and most delicious option to take care of yourself Do you love cookies but want to take care of your health? We have the perfect solution! Cookies with EVOO (Extra Virgin Olive Oil) are a delicious and nutritious alternative to traditional cookies. Thanks to their star ingredient, EVOO, […]
What is EVOO? Benefits and Uses in Cooking.

What is EVOO? The Golden Elixir of the Mediterranean Diet Imagine a golden elixir, born from the heart of the olives, that not only delights your palate with its exquisite flavor, but also nourishes your body with its abundance of health benefits. That elixir is Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVO), the undisputed star of the […]
Avocado Oil vs. Olive Oil

Olive Oil vs. Avocado Oil Both oils are healthy and delicious options in the kitchen, but they have some distinctive differences. Olive oil is one of the mainstays of Mediterranean cuisine and has been valued for its health benefits for centuries. It is rich in monounsaturated fatty acids, such as oleic acid, which has been […]
The healthiest cooking oils

Cooking Oils A staple in all our kitchens, the healthiest cooking oils should be always at the heart of many of our favorite recipes, whether it’s dressing a salad or sautéing, roasting, or frying foods. Each oil takes its name from the nut, seed, fruit, plant, or grain from which it’s extracted and is generally […]
Why is acidity important when frying in olive oil?
Olive Oil for Frying Deep-frying, whether in a pan or in oil, has been one of the primary methods of preparing food for thousands of years. The first records of fried foods date back to the Mesopotamian era. Today, almost all foods come in fried form, from potatoes and other vegetables to meat and delicious […]
Olive Oil vs. Butter

Why is olive oil better than butter? Although butter adds a lot of flavors to French cuisine, it must be acknowledged: Spanish cuisine with olive oil is better for your health. If there’s one duel that animates the French and Spanish, it’s this one: butter versus olive oil. On the one hand, France claims the […]
Oil for frying French toast

What oil do you use to fry torrijas? Holy Week means a time of small excesses of sweets and fried foods! But we must try to use good ingredients and, above all, carefully control the oil we use to fry these soaked pieces of bread. However, the decision on which oil to use will depend […]
Olive pomace oil

Is olive pomace oil healthy? Olive pomace oil is a gift of nature and human innovation, a high-quality oil that comes from the complete utilization of the olive. After producing virgin olive oil, a residue called pomace remains, composed of skin, pulp, pits, and a small amount of oil. Thanks to cutting-edge technologies and a […]
The best oil for frying

Aceite para freír Cual es el mejor aceite para freír? Científicos de la Universidad de Granada han llegado a esta inesperada conclusión (publicado su estudio en la revista Food Chemistry). Los investigadores quisieron saber cual era el mejor aceite para freír,es decir la mejor técnica culinaria capaz de mantener y aumentar los beneficios de las verduras. […]