Description
Palm oil is a versatile vegetable oil high in vitamins A and E, used globally for high-heat cooking, packaged foods, and skin care. Its key benefits include providing powerful antioxidants, supporting eye and brain health, and stabilizing skin moisture.
How to Use Palm Oil
- High-Heat Cooking: Use refined palm oil for frying, sautéing, or searing because it has a high smoke point of 450°F (232°C).
- Flavoring and Coloring: Use unrefined red palm oil sparingly in traditional soups, stews, curries, or marinades for an earthy flavor and natural color.
- Food Stabilizer: Found in commercial items like peanut butter to stop oil from separating.
- Skin and Hair Care: Massage a few drops of red palm oil onto skin or mix it into a hair mask for deep softening.