topic Re: OLIVE OIL OR EVOO???? in Kitchen

OLIVE OIL OR EVOO????

qvc chick — Wed, 22 May 2024 19:02:43 GMT

Where do you find Regular Olive Oil anymore?

I check the grocery store shelves, and almost all of the are EVOO.

Most recipes that you cook, they say to use regular Olive Oil.

Please help.

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SaveTheTurtles — Wed, 22 May 2024 19:06:44 GMT

Avocado Oil is even better than olive oil, IMO.

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Bookplate — Wed, 22 May 2024 19:12:29 GMT

Trader Joe's has both kinds.

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hopi — Wed, 22 May 2024 19:17:05 GMT

Every since the barge incident good olive oil has shot up in price and more difficult to find.

Love quality evoo...

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Mz iMac — Wed, 22 May 2024 19:27:46 GMT

@qvc chickMust be a regional issue or the shipping containers are still sitting at the docks.

All I ever use is EVOO. I have to thank "The Godfather" Vito Andolini Corleone. In my neck of the woods, if the grocery stores did not have any EVOO all hell would break out!

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loriqvc — Wed, 22 May 2024 20:01:12 GMT

@qvc chick - I haven't had any issues finding it at my Kroger affiliate or at Target; both chains have had their name brand versions and major label versions such as Bertolli.

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Kachina624 — Wed, 22 May 2024 20:08:28 GMT

They're interchangeable.

Is it OK to substitute olive oil for extra virgin olive oil?

The simple answer is yes. If a recipe calls for olive oil, as many do, you can use extra-virgin or regular olive oil. It's up to you, and largely based on personal preference. Both extra-virgin and regular olive oil can be used in baking and cooking, but do keep in mind their differing smoke points.Sep 8, 2023

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loriqvc — Wed, 22 May 2024 20:14:28 GMT

@Kachina624 - I'm guessing that final bit about the smoke point in your quote is the reason for the OP's question here—cooking in regular olive oil rather than EVOO can make a big difference. And good EVOO is typically more expensive than standard olive oil, so most people save it for non-cooking applications to get the best "bang for their buck" in the high-end flavor.

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Kachina624 — Wed, 22 May 2024 20:19:06 GMT

@loriqvc. Surprisingly, plain olive oil is more highly refined by a heating process, whereas evoo is cold pressed. Smoking point would only be a concern 8f frying.

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Bookplate — Wed, 22 May 2024 20:40:03 GMT

@Kachina624 wrote:
@loriqvc. Surprisingly, plain olive oil is more highly refined by a heating process, whereas evoo is cold pressed. Smoking point would only be a concern 8f frying.

Correct. And please don't actually fry in any kind of olive oil! Use a sturdier plant oil, like peanut. It's great for sauteeing but not high heat.

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KBEANS — Wed, 22 May 2024 20:57:05 GMT

I don't even remember EVOO when I was growing up.

My grandmother used regular olive oil.

When EVOO became popular my grandmother would say, "Just get me olive oil! "

I remember her buying olive oil in a big tin can at the supermarket. If the can was dented the manager would give you a discount. She would kick it and claim the dent when she got to the register. 😝 I think the manager knew!

Trader Joe has wonderful olive oil, so does Fairway.

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LizzieInSRQ — Wed, 22 May 2024 21:53:45 GMT

Omg @KBEANS your grandma is everything i needed after a tough day at work lol thank you

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KBEANS — Wed, 22 May 2024 21:56:13 GMT

@LizzieInSRQ Sorry about the tough day! It's over now. Tomorrow brings a new, better one for you! 🤞 😃

I'm glad the story cheered you up a bit!

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Nightowlz — Wed, 22 May 2024 22:58:30 GMT

We use more Nativa organic Avocado oil. It's more expensive but healthier. Still use organic EVOO.

I have been using organic coconut oil to pop popcorn or spritz foods that need it while cooking in the air fryer. When I run out I will use the avocado.

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Mz iMac — Wed, 22 May 2024 23:26:43 GMT

@KBEANS Love your grandma! GMTA

In my minds eye, olive oil is not real if it is not in a can. I've never purchased it in a bottle.

I really don't understand the "smoke" factor. I always turn on the hood fan when cooking so I really do not see any smoke.

I also fry in EVOO.......sea food, chicken, potatoes, crab cakes etc. No issues.