Soybean oil: light yellow in color and with a delicate flavor, soybean oil is the most used variety in the world. Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, it also stays good as a raw condiment.
Palm seed oil: also called palm oil, it is produced from the internal kernel of the palm fruit. Unlike other seed oils, it has a higher concentration of saturated fats. Not to be confused with palm oil obtained by processing the pulp.
And the oil of various seeds? This wording, which must appear by law on the packaging, corresponds to a mixture of oils of different seeds. Particularly cheap, the oil of various seeds is also the least suitable for food purposes precisely because it is not possible to establish with certainty the oils of which it is composed.
ImmagineHow to choose seed oil
How to choose a good seed oil, what does it contain and how to store it properly? Seed oil is rich in omega-3 and omega-6 polyunsaturated fats, it is a good source of vitamins, especially peanut oil which, rich in vitamin E, is an excellent ally of the cardiovascular system; corn oil is useful for reducing bad cholesterol levels in the blood while sunflower oil helps lower triglyceride levels.
How to store it: does seed oil expire?
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