Need to get some olive oil for dinner tonight as have run out, went to local shop and all they have is vegetable/sunflower oil (which I don't like frying and roasting in) and almond oil!
What's it like? The shopkeeper couldn't understand it when I asked him, I think he's new to the country. Is the flavour too strong? Can you use it exactly in the way you use olive oil? Please don't google it, only reply if you've used it yourself, thanks!
2006-10-24 03:07:25 · 5 answers · asked by Tris2000 2 in Food & Drink ➔ Cooking & Recipes
Pampurred - thanks. I always use olive oil for frying and roasting - but I was brought up in Spain where you wouldn't use anything else for this!
2006-10-24 03:44:18 · update #1
I think almond oil is used for subtle flavouring not for cooking in. Ive been served veg in a restaurant that has been tossed in almond oil. Use vegetable oil instead.
2006-10-24 03:11:49 · answer #1 · answered by Annie M 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Almond oil is used for flavouring sweet things, desserts, cakes, cream, biscuits etc.
Olive oil should never be used for roasting and especially not for frying as it burns at high temperatures. Best used for salads, use it as a base to make dressings. Veg and sunflower, rapeseed are all o.k for frying/roasting.
2006-10-24 03:34:41 · answer #2 · answered by pampurredpuss 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Almond Oil is good for you skin but not for cooking in. Best bet is veggie Oil.
2006-10-24 07:45:16 · answer #3 · answered by treacle 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Almond oil is used to add flavor. Depending what you are cooking, I would use veggie oil.
2006-10-24 03:13:42 · answer #4 · answered by KathyS 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Save it for a massage - a little perfumey for cooking
2006-10-24 04:28:36 · answer #5 · answered by merciasounds 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋