It should be known that “Olive oil” is beneficial for the body. Because it is fat that is good for the body And can be used for simple cooking Like marinating meat Or as an ingredient of a delicious salad dressing But many people may not realize that In addition to western food Can olive oil be used in Thai food? Or what menu can be made And how is it better than other vegetable oils?
Why should we eat? "Olive oil"
Research work under the project "Good Heart Thai Food" by the Heart Foundation of Thailand under the Royal Patronage and Faculty of Public Health Mahidol University Has identified that olive oil is a beneficial oil for the body. Can help reduce the risk of diseases such as diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular disease, because it is rich in polyphenols. Antioxidant Monounsaturated fat Vitamins E and K
Olive oil contains antioxidants. And high amounts of monounsaturated fats This helps reduce blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease. The study found that People who consume olive oil regularly. It can reduce the risk of heart disease and high blood pressure by up to 35 percent, it also helps reduce inflammation. And maintain the balance of blood sugar levels as well
How can olive oil cook Thai food?
Extra Virgin or Virgin Olive Oil
Extra Virgin or Virgin olive oil is the purest formulation. Suitable for cooking that is not heat-treated, such as as an ingredient in sauces used to soften pork, chicken, chicken, fish, or as an ingredient in sauces that can be eaten with meat.
Extra Light or Light Olive Oil
Extra Light Olive Oil or Light can be used for cooking through heat such as stir-frying meat, stir-frying vegetables, stir-fried basil, stir-fried or stir-frying, such as fried eggs, fried pork, fried chicken, which can be used just like using. Vegetable oil Or general lard
What kind of “olive oil” is used for frying, stir-frying, or eating with salad?
How to choose a good olive oil
Good olive oil It is obtained from a very simple ingredient. That is the olive fruit. While the best wines are aged for a long time But the production of olive oil is the reverse. Because olives are rich in antioxidants. And more polyphenols when harvested from the plant as soon as it matures
Good olive oil is measured in low on fatty acids. The faster the producer harvested the olives and extracted them. The more the better Because the olive oil has a lower fatty acid value. Thus resulting in better health benefits
Packaging design It's not just for beauty Because it affects the
ทางเข้าซุปเปอร์สล็อต quality of the olive oil as well. The green glass bottle provides an effective protection against oil from heat, light and oxygen. To maintain the highest quality throughout the life of the product, the label on the bottle contains details and information. Clearly so that consumers know the proper way to use Including the date of manufacture And expiration date
How to store olive oil
In order to keep the quality of the olive oil as good as before for a long time Olive oil should be stored in a dry place, out of direct sunlight, and should not be placed near a stove all the time. Because the heat can reduce the quality of the olive oil. And the bottle should be closed tightly after every use as well
