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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
Mrouzia
Algeria
3 hours 30 minutes
Couscous Marrakchi
Algeria
2 hours 20 minutes
Eritrean Potato and Chickpea Stew
Eritrea
1 hour 5 minutes
Djari Loubia Djazairia
Algeria
1 hour 50 minutes
Caldeirada de Cabrito Angolana
Angola
2 hours
Shepherd's Pie with a Parsnip and Potato Mash
United Kingdom
1 hour 20 minutes
Chorba Frik Algérienne
Algeria
1 hour 55 minutes
Kalint Kal Kchouka
Algeria
1 hour 20 minutes
Patates Farcies à l'Algérienne
Algeria
1 hour 20 minutes
Poulet à la Cannelle Algérien
Algeria
1 hour 35 minutes
Loubia Djazairia
Algeria
1 hour 50 minutes
Djari Bou Marq
Algeria
1 hour 5 minutes
🔄 Substitutes
- Avocado oil
- Grapeseed oil
- Butter
🍽️ Pairs Well With
GarlicLemonHerbsBreadSalads