5 dishes that are better with canola oil

Each ingredient has a clear purpose: to provide flavor, consistency, and efficiency. One of the most versatile and functional allies in haute cuisine is canola oil, thanks to its unique properties that enhance the flavor, texture, and presentation of dishes.

Its neutral flavor, even frying, and low saturated fat content make it the ideal choice for creating crispy recipes, healthy and visually appealing.

Next, we share five dishes that significantly improve when prepared with canola oil, whether for its ability to achieve an even golden color, its ideal texture, or for maintaining the original flavor of the ingredients.

1. Breaded Chicken Nuggets

Nuggets are a classic in fast food, but also in professional kitchens, especially in children's menus or as snacks. The secret to achieving golden nuggets that are well-cooked inside lies in using an oil that maintains the right temperature and allows for even frying.

The canola oil is ideal for this type of breading thanks to its even frying and high smoke point. Additionally, its neutral flavor prevents the oil from interfering with the seasoned flavor of the chicken and the breading. The result: perfectly golden nuggets, with an ideal texture on the outside and juicy on the inside.

2. Crispy Fish Strips

Breaded fish can be delicate: it needs an oil that won't overcook it or make it greasy, as being an extremely delicate product, it can interfere with its texture. This is where canola oil becomes the best ally.

Due to its stability at high temperatures and quick heat absorption, it allows for crispy recipes without the coating burning or falling apart.

Moreover, having a neutral flavor, the canola oil does not alter the subtle flavors of the fish, allowing the main product to be the star of the dish. It is the preferred option in seafood restaurants and kitchens that seek efficiency without compromising quality.

3. Chicken or beef fried steak

Chicken or beef fried steak is one of the most popular dishes in Mexican and Latin American cuisine. Whether beef, chicken, or pork, a good breading needs an oil that allows it to brown without absorbing excess fat and without losing its ideal texture.

Thanks to its low viscosity, canola oil helps create a crispy, golden crust in less time, which favors productivity in high-volume kitchens. Additionally, its even frying reduces the risk of burnt areas or uneven cooking.

4. Homemade Style French Fries

French fries are the star accompaniment of many dishes. Their success depends on a combination of cut, cooking, and the right oil. With canola oil, it is possible to achieve fries with a golden, crispy exterior and a soft interior, without absorbing excess oil.

Thanks to its high smoke point, it is possible to fry them at the right temperature to quickly seal the surface and avoid grease saturation. Additionally, the neutral flavor of canola oil allows them to be paired with various sauces or seasonings without interference, making it a staple in any professional kitchen.

5. Golden Crispy Tacos

In Mexican cuisine, golden crispy tacos are synonymous with tradition and flavor. But achieving a taco that is golden without breaking or soaking in grease can be quite a challenge. Here, once again, canola oil stands out for its ability to brown evenly without altering the flavor of the ingredients.

Moreover, its low saturated fat content and its ability to withstand multiple frying cycles without degrading make it ideal for kitchens that handle large production volumes.

Why Choose Canola Oil?

In addition to improving the presentation and texture of dishes, canola oil is recognized for being a healthy oil. It contains less than 8% saturated fats, provides essential fatty acids (such as omegas 3 and 6), and resists oxidation better compared to other vegetable oils.

Among its advantages are the neutral flavor that does not interfere with the dish's flavor, and excellent thermal performance for even frying.

Additionally, it is compatible with crispy recipes and high-volume kitchens reducing costs due to lower oil absorption and improving the final quality of dishes. Incorporating canola oil into your professional kitchen is a smart decision if you are looking for versatility, performance, and quality.

Whether in breading, French fries, or crispy golden tacos, this oil will allow you to achieve the ideal texture and a golden finish in every preparation, maintaining the authentic flavor of your ingredients.

At PrimeChef we offer high-performance frying blends, such as our deep frying line, with oils Level 01 with a blend of 50% soybean oil and 50% canola oil and Level 02 with a 100% canola oil formula.

As well as the category of select blends where there are two formulas, one of soy and another of canola, both blended with extra virgin olive oil designed to maintain performance in demanding kitchens and ensure a top-notch culinary experience.

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