Peanut oil is a popular cooking oil that is mostly associated with deep-frying. If you don’t deep-fry much, you may not always have this oil in your kitchen. The most commonly used form of peanut oil is the refined kind, which is easy to replace. Here is a look at …
Coconut oil has recently become a popular cooking oil after being demonized for decades because of its high saturated fat content. Saturated fat increases your risk of developing heart disease. If you have concerns about its health benefits/drawbacks or if you just don’t have any in your pantry, you may …
Maple syrup is a natural sweetener that has a reputation for being relatively healthy. It has a robust and distinctive flavor that works well in many sweet and savory preparations. Maple syrup can be expensive compared to other sweeteners. If you can’t afford it or you can’t get out to …
Vegetable oil is easy to find and affordable. It has a high smoke point — the point at which heated cooking oil emits smoke — and a neutral flavor profile. Its flavorlessness is an asset since you can use it for cooking a variety of ingredients in many different styles. …
Canola oil is a popular option because of its mild flavor, high smoke point, and impressive array of health benefits. It is also affordable and easy to find in many grocery stores, especially in North America. If you run out suddenly or need an alternative for some other reason, try …
Wattleseed is an Australian ingredient that is growing in popularity all over the world. It offers a complex coffee-like flavor profile with nutty and sweet notes that work in a variety of preparations. Wattleseed is not sold in most grocery stores so if you need some immediately, you may have …
Monk fruit powder is an effective sweetener that has no effect on blood sugar and that works well in baked goods. It is not easy to find so if you run out, you may need to try one of the monk fruit powder substitutes below. Your best bet: Stevia Made …
Red wine vinegar is an essential vinegar if you regularly cook French food but it is versatile enough to be used in other cuisines as well. If you run out, there are a number of other vinegars that can play the same role just as well and that you may …