Avocado oil
Avocado oil is one of the newer cooking oils in terms of consumer popularity, although a 2019 study published in the journal Molecules admits that more research needs to be done to confirm its potential health benefits. Still, chefs and knowledgeable home cooks like it for a few very important reasons.”For me, the benefit of avocado oil is primarily its high smoke point and neutral flavour,” says Abbie Gellman, RD, and chef at the Institute of Culinary Education in New York City. “EVOO has a lower smoke point, which means it breaks down at a lower heat level compared to avocado oil.When an oil breaks down during cooking, the flavour will be off and carcinogens form. Because of this, avocado oil is better suited for high heat cooking like stir frying and sauting.”Try: Primal Kitchen’s Avocado Oil ($16, houseofwellness.ca).(Related: How to Use Avocado Oil to Strengthen Your Hair)