1. EXTRA-VIRGIN OLIVE OIL
Important: Labels are your BFF's.
It's imperative to look at the ingredient(s) and source (it should be from one location only not multiples, it hinders the quality of the oil.)
Best type to purchase is cold-press. This process indicates there's no heat or additive chemicals. All the nutrients are kept alive, active and happy for your taste-buds and gut health.
USAGE:
Cooking:
Dips
Rubbing it after Seasoning
Salads
Baking
Hair/Skin Masks
2. AVOCADO OIL
Important: Again, labels are your BBF's.
This amazing oil is an all-purpose cooking oil and excellent to have in your pantry. It should say 100% Pure Avocado. non-GMO. Perfect for High Heat 500 F.
USAGE:
Saute
Grill
Roast
Bake (This makes awesome cakes and pancakes- #YumIsoYum )
3. COCONUT OIL
Important: again, READ your labels are your BBF's.
Best if used #organic and virgin coconut oil. Cold-Pressed its preferred to maintain its nutrients and free of chemicals. Also make sure it's food-graded complaint (non-toxic, good to eat) and Unrefined coconut oil.
USAGE:
Baking
Smoothies
Sautéing / Stir-fry Cooking
Coffee *
Teeth and Gum Health
4. GHEE BUTTER
Last and final reminder, READ the labels and learn what you consume.
This is basically liquid gold ...it solidified when it gets cooled. You can either make it yourself or buy it- I chose organic always!
It's nutty clarified butter or in other words, its butter melted in a low heat and then strained to remove the milk solids (caseins and whey) which means it lactose-free perfect for your gut health.
USAGE:
Bake ( Great for pie crusts )
Sautéing / Stir-Fry ( It's very traditional in Indian cuisine, it a must )
BONUS ITS A SHELF-STABLE FOOD! YOU CAN KEEP IT IN THE YOUR PANTRY +YUM!
FULL DISCLOSURE
These are my top choices of oils. It also depends on what type of foods and cooking methods that you may use. My recommendation(s) is based on my product knowledge and perspective within testing it rigorously. Please read the labels and use it wisely per your nutrition.