Flash Point vs. Smoke Point
Smoke-point is the temperature to which an oil can be heated before it smokes, and generates
toxic fumes and harmful free radicals { the oil will give off unpleasant odors and flavors to your food} At the flash point , there are wisps of flames...and at fire point...umm there is a fire ;)The best oils for cooking are those that have a high smoking point {they can be heated to high temperatures before burning}. Grapeseed oil has a high smoke point of 420 degrees- fantastic for stir-frying, sauteing & baking. It has a clean, light taste that holds flavor really well.
Health Benefits:
- High in linoleic acid {healthy omega fatty acids} rich in vitamins C and E, flavonoids, and beta-carotene.
- Reduces bad cholesterol and increases good cholesterol levels in the body.
- Some studies have shown that Grape Seed Extract may be helpful in preventing the growth of cancerous cells in the stomach, colon, prostrate and lung. Also believed to improve vision, flexibility of joints and blood circulation.
Happy Monday! I hope you had a great Easter Weekend!
i have never cooked with grapeseed oil! this is going in my cart next time i am at the market! FOR SURE!!!
ReplyDeletep.s. olive oil is rad, but it is not always so great for stir frying, etc. you are so right on this!
not that i cook or anything but...this is good to know!!!
ReplyDeletei was getting a little bored of just olive oil.
Awesome, thanks for the info!
ReplyDeleteMy mom always tried to get me to use grapeseed oil. Sigh... I should have listened. Moms are always right, aren't they?
ReplyDeletethis is really good to know. we usually use olive oil but we can't heat use it for high heats so this is a great alternative!
ReplyDeleteI have actually heard this, but haven't tried it yet. Thanks for reminding me. :)
ReplyDeleteSo glad you stopped by my blog!
Have a lovely day!
Sending sunshine,
Bonnie
This is really good to know, thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteOoooh I'll have to try it out:-) This gave me flashbacks to college Chemistry, love it!!!
ReplyDeleteOlive oil is great, but not for everything.I also use corn and peanut oil.Grape seed oil is a must-try!
ReplyDeleteGood to know! I've always used olive oil for my "healthier" cooking. Now I know... ;) HAPPY EASTER MONDAY!
ReplyDeletegreat info!! thanks for sharing hun!
ReplyDeletei will be buying some grape seed oil!
have a great day lovey!
ohhh good to know! i'll have to make a change
ReplyDeleteI didn't realize you could use grapeseed oil for cooking-- I have a beauty oil that is made of grapeseed oil that I use on my skin. Can't wait to try this for cooking! :)
ReplyDeleteWow, I had no idea--I will definitely try grape seed oil sometime. Thanks for the tip!
ReplyDeletewow that is interesting...i guess i'll be switching up my cooking oils...
ReplyDeleteGreat tip Iva! I'm just learning my way around the kitchen, I'm gonna try it!
ReplyDeleteHmm, interesting. I'd be willing to try this, but the BF may be hard to convince that anything BUT olive oil is acceptable to use (he's quite loyal to his EVOO, lol)!
ReplyDeletexoxo J
i just bought a salad dressing that has grapeseed oil in it! (the giada parmesan one from target LOL!) and i loved the taste of it.. i'm going to have to start using it more often
ReplyDeleteI cook everything with olive oil like a good mediterranean girl :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tip though I'll keep it in mind and check it out next time I go to the grocery store
Have a great week xoxo
What helpful information--I use olive oil all the time but pretty much always burn it in the pan, so I'll def get some grapeseed oil next time. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteoh how cool! I love learning about new things to cook with :)
ReplyDeleteI am definitely going to pass this along to my hubby - he's the chef:) Thanks!
ReplyDeleteWow what great info...learn something new everyday LOL....I am gonna have to tell the hubby this one! Thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving such a sweet comment! I just heart your blog! Glad I found it! I'm a new follower....can't wait to read more! I just heart meeting new bloggy friends
ReplyDeletexoxo
Summer :0)
I'm addicted to olive oil so I guess I'll give grapeseed oil a shot too :)
ReplyDeleteNever heard of it, oh boy, I need to cook more often!
ReplyDeletenew follower :)
ReplyDeleteooo, definitely good tip to know. ill have to buy grapeseed oil from now on. you are my #1 health guru, iva! :)
ReplyDeleteGlad I could make you smile! And you make me smile because you always have these neat tidbits that are really good lifestyle choices ... definitely going to look into this :) Happy Easter Monday!
ReplyDeletei used to work in a kitchen store and remember learning this!!! but then i of course forgot which oil it was. thanks for reminding me about grapeseed oil - you rock! ; )
ReplyDeleteI've never used grape seed oil before, how cool that it can be used at such high temps. Very good for me because my boyfriend always says I could burn water hahah
ReplyDeleteI love useful information like that. I use olive oil for everything and yes, you're absolutely right about it becoming toxic for you if it reaches a certain temperature. That's why I use it at low temperatures on the stove.
ReplyDeleteI was wondering though.....if it applies to oven cooked food as well? Because I often use olive oil as the base for a sauce for grilled chicken or fish.
Great post!
Hope you had a wonderful Easter!
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Thank you~another great info Iva!
ReplyDeleteKnowledge is power!!
should fwd this to my sister~
xo