If you’re new to air frying, you might be wondering what oil to use. The type of oil you choose can affect the taste and texture of your food. It’s important to choose an oil with a high smoke point so it doesn’t start smoking and burning during cooking. This Oil Smoke Points Chart lists the smoking points for different types of oils, so you can choose the best one for your air fryer recipes.
What Is an Oil Smoke Point?
The oil smoke point is the temperature at which the oil starts to smoke. This is the temperature at which the oil begins to break down and release harmful chemicals into the air.
Why Is Oil Smoke Point Important?
The oil’s smoke point is important because it determines the temperature at which the oil will start to smoke and break down. This can be a problem because when oil breaks down, it can release harmful chemicals into the food and the air.
These chemicals can give the food a burnt or bitter flavor and the released free radicals are harmful to the body.
Oil Smoke Points Chart
You can download this oil smoke points chart in PDF format and choose from 2 sizes: A4 & USL (8.5 x 11 inches).
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