Special vegetable oils are often used because of their distinctive flavour or particular origin. Unlike neutral cooking oils, these oils are usually used in small quantities as a seasoning or finishing oil.
Many of these oils have a characteristic aroma that pairs well with specific dishes or cuisines. Sesame oil, for example, plays an important role in Asian cooking, while pumpkin seed oil is often used in Central European salads and dishes.
Aromatic oil from Asian cuisine
Sesame Oil
Sesame oil is made from pressed sesame seeds and has a strong, nutty flavour. In the kitchen, this oil is often used in Asian dishes, stir-fries and dressings.
Pumpkin seed oil is made from pressed pumpkin seeds and is known for its dark colour and rich, nutty flavour. In the kitchen, this oil is often used in salads, vegetables and cold dishes.
Avocado oil has a mild, buttery flavour and can be used both cold and warm. In the kitchen, this oil is often used for salads, vegetables and light cooking.
Coconut oil is made from the flesh of coconuts. In the kitchen, this oil is used in both savoury and sweet dishes and is often found in Asian and tropical recipes.
