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Olive Oil
Also known as: aceite de oliva, olio d'oliva
Mediterranean staple. Extra virgin is unrefined and best for finishing; regular olive oil is better for cooking. Rich, fruity flavor.
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Origin
Mediterranean
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Storage
Cool, dark place away from heat
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Shelf Life
18-24 months unopened, 6 months opened
💡 Tips & Tricks
- ✓Use EVOO for finishing, not high-heat cooking
- ✓Store away from stove - heat degrades quality
- ✓Good olive oil should taste peppery and slightly bitter
🥗 Nutrition Highlights
Calories
119 per tablespoon
Fat
14g
Key Nutrients
Vitamin EVitamin K
📖 Recipes with Olive Oil
Algerian Fish Soup
Algeria
1 hour 5 minutes
Algerian Shakshuka
Algeria
50 minutes
Chakhchoukha Constantinoise
Algeria
3 hours 15 minutes
Chicken Tagine with Apricots and Olives
Algeria
1 hour 40 minutes
Chorba Frik Algérienne
Algeria
2 hours
Chorba Frik Algérienne
Algeria
1 hour 55 minutes
Couscous aux Sept Légumes
Algeria
2 hours 15 minutes
Couscous Bel Bouz
Algeria
3 hours 15 minutes
Couscous Marrakchi
Algeria
2 hours 20 minutes
Djari Bou Marq
Algeria
1 hour 5 minutes
Djari Bouhali
Algeria
1 hour 55 minutes
Djari Loubia Djazairia
Algeria
1 hour 50 minutes
🔄 Substitutes
- Avocado oil
- Grapeseed oil
- Butter
🍽️ Pairs Well With
GarlicLemonHerbsBreadSalads