Coconut Oil for cooking

How coconut oil is made?

For the elaboration of coconut oil, two processes are distinguished: Industrial and non-industrial that can generate a virgin oil. The difference between the two processes is that the industrial method uses chemicals to completely remove the shell of the coconut or to manipulate the consistency, smell and taste of the oil. The oil is then refined to be used as low-quality coconut fat. On the other hand, in the so-called "biological" process, a press is used to obtain a higher quality oil without the use of chemicals.

What is coconut oil good for?

Coconut oil has many benefits for humans such as:
1. Strengthens the immune system.
2. Improves cholesterol levels.
3. Promotes digestion and intestinal circulation.
4. Increases the feeling of satiety.
5. Helps burn abdominal fat.

Should i refrigerate coconut oil?

One of the advantages of this type of oil is that it can be refrigerated and removed from the fridge as many times as necessary without losing its beneficial properties. This oil remains white and solid below 25 degrees Celsius (77 degrees Fahrenheit).

What is coconut oil used for in food industry?

This ingredient is a great source of lipids and a great substitute for vegetable and animal oils, which is why it is used in the industry for:
1. Frozen dairy products.
2. Sweet cookies.
3. Cakes, pastries and sweets.
4. Frozen desserts.
5. Chocolate.
6. Fried snacks.
7. Flavors and colorings.

Should coconut oil be refined or unrefined?

The use of unrefined coconut oil is recommended, since when it goes through the refining process, healthy properties are lost and its composition is altered. However, being unrefined (Virgin), the cost of this increases.