Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is a cooking fat that melts quickly and can add a light coconut aroma. Use it where that flavor fits the dish.
Identity
Flavorful cooking fat
Melt before adding food.
Let solid coconut oil melt and spread across the pan before adding ingredients. That helps the food cook evenly instead of hitting dry hot spots.
Reference image
Coconut Oil reference image.
Source: Wikimedia Commons
Used In Recipes
Substitutions
Coconut Oil -> Avocado Oil
2 tablespoons coconut oil or quality high-heat oil such as avocado oil, divided
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Source: Kale and Coconut Fried Rice
Coconut Oil -> Extra Virgin Olive Oil
⅓ cup (75 grams) melted coconut oil or extra-virgin olive oil or high quality vegetable oil*
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Source: Healthy Banana Bread!
Coconut Oil -> Vegetable Oil
⅓ cup (75 grams) melted coconut oil or extra-virgin olive oil or high quality vegetable oil*
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Source: Healthy Banana Bread!
Coconut Oil -> Olive Oil
1/2 cup melted coconut oil or olive oil
The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.
Source: The Very Best Granola
Coconut Oil -> Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 tablespoons coconut oil or extra-virgin olive oil
The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.
Source: Quick Chana Masala
Coconut Oil -> Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil or extra-virgin olive oil**
The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.
Source: Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies