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Oils
Oil For Pan
A generic cooking oil used to coat or heat a pan for sautéing, frying, or roasting. The exact nutrition and properties depend on the specific oil used.
Beneficial properties
cooking medium
supports heat transfer
may provide unsaturated fats
adds moisture
helps prevent sticking
Nutritional highlights
Cooking oils are primarily fat and may provide monounsaturated or polyunsaturated fats, with some oils also containing vitamin E or small amounts of vitamin K.