Light Olive Oil

Light olive oil is a refined olive oil with a mild flavor and a higher smoke point compared to extra virgin olive oil. It's made by refining virgin olive oils to remove impurities, resulting in a lighter taste and color.

Notes

Despite its name, 'light' refers to the oil's flavor and color, not its calorie content. It's ideal for high-heat cooking methods due to its higher smoke point.

Uses

Frying
Baking
Sautéing
Marinades
Vinaigrettes

Replacements

Lump Crab Meat (Canned)

Lump crab meat, often found in canned form, is a popular seafood ingredient prized for its delicate flavor and tender texture. Originating from the Atlantic or Pacific coastlines, this type of crab meat is typically sourced from blue crabs. Its taste is sweet and briny with a subtle oceanic aroma that is both refreshing and satisfying. The texture is soft yet holds its shape well, making it ideal for dishes where individual pieces of crab are desired. When cooked, lump crab meat remains tender and does not become rubbery, though it can absorb surrounding flavors, making it versatile in various culinary applications.

Dark Chocolate Chips

Rich, velvety dark chocolate chips that melt in your mouth, offering a deep cocoa flavor with a hint of bittersweet notes.

Recipes to try

Smoky BBQ Ground Beef and Cornbread Skillet

Imagine the rich smokiness of BBQ sauce mingling with tender ground beef atop golden, crumbly cornbread in a skillet.

Shrimp and Spinach Linguine in White Wine Sauce

Succulent shrimp and fresh spinach mingle in a creamy white wine sauce, twirled into perfectly al dente linguine.