Introduction
The oil used to prepare food is very important when it comes to cooking. Cooking oils not only cook food properly but also have the power to enhance its flavor. Oils are used in all kinds of recipes and they are an integral part of cooking.
If cooking oils are not stored properly they are likely to spoil quickly before their expiration date. In this post you can find out if the oil you are using is in good condition and how to use the oil for long days.
Will cooking oil spoilt?
You need to know if cooking oils are really going too spoilt. The answer to this is yes cooking oil is likely to spoil. Cooking oils can get worse if they expire or are not stored in proper condition. The quality of the container in which they are stored and the weather conditions also play an important role. Low quality oils will spoil quickly even if stored properly, which is why you should choose premium quality oils because they last longer and are safer to use.
How to know if the oil is spoilt?
There are many indicators that can tell you that your oils are going bad. If you notice a hint of sour or rotten odor coming from your oil that is very different from its usual smell, your oil may go bad. Another is origin. If the oil changes color or you see molds growing on it, the oil has definitely gotten worse. You may also notice a change in its thickness as the oil thickens as they begin to spoil.
Storage in the Kitchen
Most kitchen oils are stored in an easy-to-use kitchen. There are some oils like vegetable oil, olive oil, peanut oil, coconut oil, mustard oil and ghee that should always be stored at room temperature. These oils should always be stored in good quality containers in a cool and dry place. Warmer temperatures and sunlight will break down the oils and cause them to spoil faster.
How to use?
If you have a large bottle of oil, take some of it out of a small bottle. Use the oil from the small bottle for daily cooking and refill it when that oil is exhausted. This will protect you from opening and closing the large bottle, which will keep the oil fresh.
Storage in the refrigerator
Some oils, such as sunflower oil and sesame oil, are softer than other oils and should be stored in the refrigerator. The condition of these oils may change when stored in the refrigerator, but that does not mean that they have deteriorated. Cold temperatures help keep oils fresh for a long time. Leave the oil in the regular position for 30 minutes before using.
How to maintain taste and quality?
Make sure you always store cooking oils in a clean jar or container. Glass or metal containers are the best way to store oil. If storing in the refrigerator, make sure you use cold-resistant containers. No matter what kind of oil it is, it is important to keep them out of the light.
Always store them on covered shelves, away from direct contact with light. Always check the ‘best before’ date before buying any oils. If you make ghee at home, make sure you make it in small quantities and use it within a month.
