ABOUT PALM OIL
It’s an edible vegetable oil that comes from the fruit of oil palm trees, the scientific name is Elaeis guineensis. Two types of oil can be produced; crude palm oil comes from squeezing the fleshy fruit, and palm kernel oil which comes from crushing the kernel, or the stone in the middle of the fruit. Oil palm trees are native to Africa but were brought to South-East Asia just over 100 years ago as an ornamental tree crop.
What are the benefits of palm oil?
Benefits of palm oil include decreasing cholesterol levels, reducing oxidative stress, boosting brain health, slowing the progression of heart disease, increasing vitamin A status, and improving skin and hair health
How Is It Used?
Palm oil is used for cooking and is also added to many ready-to-eat foods in your grocery store.
Its taste is considered savory and earthy.
Some people describe its flavor as being similar to carrot or pumpkin.
This oil is a staple in West African and tropical cuisines, and it’s especially well suited for curries and other spicy dishes.
It is often used for sautéing or frying because it has a high smoke point of 450°F (232°C) and remains stable under high heat (2Trusted Source).
Palm oil is sometimes added to peanut butter and other nut butter as a stabilizer to prevent the oil from separating and settling at the top of the jar.
In addition to nut butter, palm oil can be found in several other foods, including:
- Cereals
- Baked goods like bread, cookies, and muffins
- Protein bars and diet bars
- Chocolate
- Coffee creamers
- Margarine
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