Peanut Oil
Peanut Oil is a cooking liquid or sauce that can change flavor, body, or acidity quickly. Add it gradually, then simmer, reduce, or finish gently to match the dish.
Identity
Cooking liquid
Add gradually and taste as you go.
Liquids can change seasoning, acidity, aroma, and body quickly. Add them in stages when balance matters, then simmer, reduce, or finish gently to match the dish.
Reference image
Peanut Oil reference image.

Source: Wikimedia Commons
Used In Recipes
- Peanut Oil
- Peanut Oil
Substitutions
Vegetable Shortening -> Peanut Oil
4 cups vegetable shortening or peanut oil
The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.
Peanut Oil -> Any Other Neutral Oil
2 1/2 cups (500g) peanut oil, or any other neutral oil
The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.
Source: Homemade Spicy Chili Crisp
Peanut Oil -> Vegetable Shortening
2 quarts peanut oil or vegetable shortening
The source lists this as an alternative in the same ingredient row.
Source: The Best Korean Fried Chicken