Cooking oil

Cooking oil

Cooking oil is any of various substances that are used in cooking, including in frying, baking, and other types of cooking. It is also used in food preparation and flavoring not involving heat, such as salad dressings and bread dips, and in this sense might be more accurately termed edible oil.

Pronunciation

Cooking oil: /ˈkʊkɪŋ ɔɪl/

Etymology

The term "cooking oil" is derived from the Middle English "coke", which means to cook, and the Old French "oile", which means oil.

Types of Cooking Oils

There are several types of cooking oils, each with its own properties and uses. Some of the most common types include:

• Olive oil
• Canola oil
• Sunflower oil
• Peanut oil
• Coconut oil
• Sesame oil
• Avocado oil

Health Effects

Cooking oils can have a variety of health effects, depending on the type of oil and how it is used. Some oils, such as olive oil and canola oil, are high in monounsaturated fats, which can be beneficial for heart health. Other oils, such as coconut oil, are high in saturated fats, which can raise cholesterol levels if consumed in excess.

Related Terms

• Frying
• Baking
• Salad dressing
• Edible oil
• Monounsaturated fat
• Saturated fat

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Cooking oil
• Wikipedia's article - Cooking oil

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