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Palm Oil
West and Central Africa; major producers are Indonesia and Malaysia.Available year-round.Mild, slightly sweet, and earthy. Unrefined red palm oil has a more distinctive
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Palm oil is in approximately 50% of packaged consumer products — from margarine to lipstick to ice cream — due to its stability, long shelf life, and low cost.
Overview
West and Central Africa; major producers are Indonesia and Malaysia. · Available year-round. · oils
An edible vegetable oil from the fruit of the oil palm tree (Elaeis guineensis). The world's most widely produced vegetable oil.
West and Central Africa; major producers are Indonesia and Malaysia.
Origin
Available year-round.
Season
Easy
Difficulty
oils
Category
Flavor Profile
Mildslightly sweetand earthy. Unrefined red palm oil has a more distinctivecarrot-like flavor.
Storage Tips
Store in a cool, dark place. Solidifies below 25°C — this is normal. Shelf life up to 2 years.
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How to Cook with Palm Oil
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Used for frying and in commercial food production. Red palm oil is used in West African cooking for rich, traditional flavor.
Best Pairings
egusi soupjollof riceplantainWest African stewscommercial pastries
Substitutes
Coconut oil for its similar stability, or vegetable shortening.
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Palm Oil
Nutrition Highlights
fat
100
carbs
0
fiber
0
protein
0
calories
884
Quick Facts
Categoryoils
OriginWest and Central Africa; major producers are Indonesia and Malaysia.
SeasonAvailable year-round.
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
Rich in vitamin E (tocotrienols) and beta-carotene (red palm oil). High in saturated fat — moderate consumption recommended.
Palm Oil Photos
5 photos showcasing Palm Oil in its many forms
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Palm Oil
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OriginWest and Central Africa; major producers are Indonesia and Malaysia.
SeasonAvailable year-round.
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Mildslightly sweetand earthy. Unrefined red palm oil has a more distinctivecarrot-like flavor.
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egusi soupjollof riceplantainWest African stewscommercial pastries
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