Food Ingredients - Cooking Oils and Fat

Here you will learn some English words related to cooking oils and fat such as "ghee", "butter", and "lard".

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butterfat [noun]

the fatty component of milk that is used to make butter and contributes to its rich and creamy texture

Ex: My mother always uses the rich butterfat to make decadent pastries and cakes .

animal fat [noun]

the fatty tissue found in animals, often used in cooking or as a source of energy

Ex: He used animal fat to grease the baking pan before putting in the cake batter .

butter [noun]

a soft, yellow food made from cream that we spread on bread or use in cooking

Ex: He melted butter in a saucepan to make a savory garlic butter sauce .

margarine [noun]

a type of food similar to butter, made from vegetable oils or animal fats

Ex:

vegetable oil [noun]

a type of cooking oil derived from plant sources, such as seeds or fruits

Ex: She chose vegetable oil over olive oil for the salad dressing .

clarified butter [noun]

a type of butter that has been heated and separated from its milk solids, resulting in a golden, pure fat.

Ex: My grandmother always uses clarified butter to enhance the taste and texture of her homemade cookies .

drippings [noun]

juices and fat that come out of meat while being fried, etc.

Ex: After cooking the sausages , she poured off the excess drippings and used them to fry vegetables .

ghee [noun]

an aromatic and rich form of clarified butter widely used in Indian cuisine

Ex: I spread a layer of fragrant ghee on my toast , enjoying its smooth texture and delightful richness .

lard [noun]

a soft white solid substance that is obtained from melting the fatty parts of a hog, used in cooking

Ex: He discovered that lard has a higher smoke point compared to other fats .

shortening [noun]

a solid fat used in baking to create tender and flaky textures in pastries and doughs

Ex: He discovered that shortening was the secret ingredient for achieving a perfect flaky texture in his biscuits .

suet [noun]

the raw, hard fat around the kidneys and loins of beef, lamb, mutton, etc., used in cooking

Ex: He bought a suet block and hung it in the garden to attract woodpeckers and other insect-eating birds .

tallow [noun]

a solid, fatty substance derived from animal fat, often used in candles and soap-making

Ex: The antique collector stumbled upon a collection of vintage candles made from tallow .

tail fat [noun]

the adipose tissue or fat found in the tail of animals, used in cooking for its rich flavor and high fat content

Ex: She collected the tail fat from the butcher to make traditional candles for a special celebration .

trans fatty acid [noun]

a type of unsaturated fat that is created when oil becomes solid after being chemically processed, a process such as the making of margarine

Ex: Trans fatty acids have been linked to various health issues , such as an increased risk of heart disease and inflammation .

saturated fatty acid [noun]

a type of fat molecule that contains no double bonds between carbon atoms and is typically solid at room temperature

Ex: He avoided consuming saturated fatty acids in his diet to maintain a healthy lifestyle .

unsaturated fatty acid [noun]

a type of fat that contains one or more double bonds in its chemical structure and is considered healthier for the body

Ex: He enjoys eating avocado , which is rich in unsaturated fatty acids , as a healthy source of fat in his diet .

polyunsaturated fat [noun]

a type of dietary fat that contains more than one double bond in its chemical structure, typically found in plant-based oils and fatty fish

Ex: She enjoys cooking with polyunsaturated fats like soybean oil and flaxseed oil for their health benefits .

monounsaturated fatty acid [noun]

a type of healthy dietary fat that is typically liquid at room temperature and can help improve heart health

Ex: I like snacking on almonds , which are packed with monounsaturated fatty acids .

sesame oil [noun]

a type of flavorful cooking oil derived from sesame seeds, commonly used in Asian cuisines

Ex: He marinated the chicken in a mixture of soy sauce , ginger , and sesame oil for a delicious Asian-inspired flavor .

olive oil [noun]

an oil that is pale yellow or green, made from olives, and often used in salads or for cooking

Ex: She drizzled olive oil over the salad .

safflower oil [noun]

a vegetable oil extracted from the seeds of the safflower plant, commonly used in cooking and food preparation

Ex: The baker substituted regular oil with safflower oil in the cake recipe , resulting in a moist and tender texture .

sunflower oil [noun]

a type of cooking oil extracted from sunflower seeds

Ex: They discovered that sunflower oil worked well as a substitute for other cooking oils in various recipes .

palm oil [noun]

a type of vegetable oil derived from the fruit of oil palm trees

Ex: He likes to cook his french fries in palm oil for a crispy texture .

peanut oil [noun]

a type of vegetable oil derived from peanuts, commonly used for cooking and frying

Ex: As a healthier alternative , they opted for peanut oil instead of butter when making their favorite cookies .

mustard oil [noun]

a type of pungent and flavorful oil extracted from mustard seeds

Ex: It 's important to choose high-quality mustard oil for cooking to ensure its authentic taste and health benefits .

corn oil [noun]

an oil that is made from corn and usually used when cooking

Ex: The popcorn was cooked in hot corn oil for extra crispiness .

soybean oil [noun]

a type of cooking oil extracted from soybeans

Ex: As a vegan , she relies on soybean oil as a versatile cooking oil to create delicious plant-based meals .

lemongrass oil [noun]

an essential type of oil derived from the lemongrass plant, known for its refreshing and citrusy aroma

Ex: As the candles burned , the room filled with the pleasant aroma of lemongrass oil , creating a peaceful ambiance .

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