A staple in all our kitchens, oil is central to many of our favorite recipes, from dressing a salad to sautéing, roasting, or frying food. Oils play an important role, both in our day-to-day cooking and as part of a healthy, balanced diet, but when it comes to heating, not all oils are created equal, and not all of them can take the heat in the kitchen.

Just to be clear, olive oil is the best cooking oil available. Not only is extra virgin olive oil the healthiest of all the oils, but it also happens to be the most delicious. There’s a reason why olive oil has been used in our diet for thousands of years. Olive oil is really the only fat you need to incorporate into your diet, and it’s so versatile that you can use it in a variety of different styles and applications.

Cooking with Olive Oil is Healthy

Unlike vegetable or canola oil, olive oil is low in saturated fat and rich in antioxidants. It also has a unique flavor that can enhance any recipe. Extra virgin olive oil is the highest quality of olive oil and contains the highest amount of vitamins, antioxidants, and flavor. 

Cooking with Olive Oil is Versatile

You can use olive oil for frying, baking, and even sautéing. The smoke point of olive oil is high, making it tolerable to high temperatures. Not only is olive oil ideal for frying, but research shows that olive oil is actually more chemically stable at high heat compared to other common cooking oils. Extra virgin olive oil has three qualities that make it an excellent cooking oil – it contains predominantly stable monounsaturated fatty acids, it has a low level of free fatty acids, and it has a high level of protective antioxidants.

The takeaway: it’s healthier, easier, and tastier to cook with olive oil. We strongly suggest you try cooking, baking, frying, and finishing with olive oil. Not only is olive oil extremely versatile in the kitchen, but it’s healthy and flavorful. You can even experiment with our naturally infused flavored oils to give an extra kick to your food. 

Epicurean Olive Oils in Camarillo, CA, carries a variety of gourmet olive oils and balsamic vinegars. From high-quality extra virgin olive oil to flavored and infused products from all around the world, you can add a delicious and healthy alternative to your everyday diet. To learn more about the health benefits of olive oil, food pairings, and recipes, visit our website. 

Epicurean Olive Oils
97 E Daily Dr
Camarillo, CA 93010
(805) 383-6489
www.epicureanoliveoils.com