Can you reuse existing cooking oil for frying?


KOMPAS.com – Can we reuse cooking oil that has been used for frying?

The answer is yes.

However, there are several things you need to pay attention to. Cooking oil can be used several times, depending on the type of food being fried.

However, if the oil starts to turn dark, smell bad, or foam, it’s time to throw it away. Avoid using oil that is too dirty or rancid.

Also read: Don’t put cooking oil next to the stove, it makes it unhealthy

Guide to using used cooking oil

The following is a guide to optimal use of cooking oil:

Avoid overheating

The main thing to pay attention to is to keep the oil from burning or emitting smoke when used. Oil that is too hot will be difficult to reuse and can affect the taste of the food.

Use oil with a high smoke point

Choose an oil with a high smoke point, such as extra virgin olive oil. Although it is often considered unsuitable for frying.

Olive oil has a smoke point of around 190 degrees Celsius, so it can be used with caution. Apart from that, the distinctive taste of olive oil can also add flavor to food.

Strain and store well

After use, let the oil cool completely. Strain the oil through a fine sieve or cheesecloth to remove any remaining food. Store the oil in a tightly closed container and place it in a dark place to maintain its quality.

Also read: 4 ways to check cooking oil is suitable for consumption, know the aroma

Do not use for frying different foods

Cooking oil tends to absorb the taste of fried food. If oil is used to fry fish, it is best to reuse the oil only for frying fish or similar foods so that the flavors do not mix.

Use less oil

If possible, try frying methods with less oil, such as shallow-frying.

Used cooking oil.SHUTTERSTOCK/Andri Wahdi Used cooking oil.

For example, croquettes can be fried in 1 cm of oil while turning it over and soaking it in oil during the frying process.

How to dispose of cooking oil

When oil can no longer be used, it is important to dispose of it in a safe and environmentally friendly manner.

Never pour used cooking oil down the drain because it can clog pipes and pollute the environment.

Also read: 6 Ways to Dispose of Used Cooking Oil Correctly, Beware of Clogged Channels

As a replacement:

  • Pour the used oil into an empty bottle or closed container.
  • Take the oil to a recycling center or special waste disposal site that accepts cooking oil.

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