Vegetable oil
Vegetable oil is a type of fat derived from plant sources like seeds, nuts, or fruits. Common sources include sunflowers, soybeans, rapeseed, and olives. It is a versatile cooking ingredient used in a wide range of foods such as dressings, marinades, and baked goods.
To make vegetable oil, the seeds or fruits are crushed or pressed to extract the oil. This process can be done using mechanical methods or through chemical extraction. The extracted oil is then refined, filtered, and sometimes treated with heat to remove impurities and ensure it is safe for consumption.
On food labels, vegetable oil is listed as an ingredient due to its role in cooking and food preparation. It is commonly used for frying, baking, and sautéing as it can enhance the texture and flavour of dishes. You might find vegetable oil in products like crisps, biscuits, and salad dressings. Additionally, it helps extend the shelf life of many packaged foods.
Foods in the CalorieStar database containing Vegetable oil
Warburtons Thick Sliced Seeded BreadFibre One 90 Calorie Chocolate Fudge Brownie Bars
Fibre One 90 Calorie Lemon Drizzle Square Bars
Fibre One 90 Calorie Salted Caramel Square Bars
Graze Apple & Cinnamon Morning Oat Minis
Go Ahead Apple Bakes
M&S Beef & Onion with Peppercorn Mayo Roll
Graze Berry & Vanilla Morning Oat Minis
Lotus Biscoff Crunchy Biscuit Spread
Lotus Biscoff Smooth Biscuit Spread
Lotus Biscoff Spread
FUEL10K Blueberry Oat Muffin
Asda Breaded Cod Fishcakes
Belvita Breakfast Honey & Nut
Warburtons Brown Sandwich Thins
Cadbury Cadbury Flake
Cadbury Caramel Cake Bars
Jacob's Cheddars Cheese Biscuits
Mr Kipling Cherry Bakewells
Asda Cherry Jellies
Ginsters Chicken & Bacon Pasty
Ginsters Chicken & Bacon Slice
Ginsters Chicken & Mushroom Slice
Chicago Town Chicken Club Deep Dish Pizzas
M&S Chicken Fajita Wrap
