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Customers often ask us questions or doubts regarding the correct use and conservation of olive oils; here we propose the most common questions, trying to give simple and immediately understandable answers.
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at what temperature should I keep the extra virgin olive oil? plush
The ideal temperature for storing an extra virgin olive oil is 15-17 ° C in tightly closed containers and away from light.
does the colour of the oil determine its quality? plush
The colour in an extra virgin olive oil can vary and is not a reliable indicator of the quality of the product. The colour is essentially determined by the harvest period, the degree of ripeness and the variety of olives. It can take on different shades of colour, from bright green to golden yellow. The presence of orange reflections are an indication of oxidation: this means that the oil has deteriorated and has not been stored away from light.
frying and smoke point plush
The smoke point corresponds to the maximum temperature that an oil can reach before it begins to produce substances that are harmful to health. Olive oil has a higher critical temperature than other fats such as butter, margarine and seed oil. Here are the critical temperatures of some oils and fats: olive oil: 210 ° C; lard and coconut oil: 180 ° C; sunflower oil: 170 ° C; margarine: 150 ° C; butter: 110 ° C.
How long can I keep the extra virgin olive oil after its expiry date? plush
If the oil has been well stored in a cool, dry place and protected from light, it can still be used for a few months after the expiration date; in fact, the date by which the product must be "preferably" consumed appears on the label (therefore the date on which its quality characteristics are guaranteed, but not its actual expiry date).
olive oil and seed oils plush
All oils contain the same amount of fat (99%) and provide 9 Kcal per 1 g. If we use olive oil to season our dishes, since it is tastier, we use less of it than other oils, with an advantage on the calorie count. Olive oil is also the most digestible of all: 100% against 83% of sunflower oil, 81% of peanut oil and 36% of corn oil.
what can i do when the oil freezes? plush
Extra virgin olive oil freezes at a temperature above 0 ° C, approximately between 6 and 10 ° C; partial solidification may occur with the appearance of small whitish particles in suspension. This in no way compromises the quality of the product. To quickly bring it back to the liquid state it will not be sufficient to store it at room temperature but you should immerse the bottle in a water bath at about 40 ° C.
where can i store extra virgin olive oil? plush
Extra virgin olive oil fears the light and must be stored in a cool and dry environment: in fact, exposure to light and high temperatures initiates the oxidation process, altering its taste and aroma. Short trips or car trips during the summer do not however compromise the quality of the product.
why does oil sometimes "pinch" in the throat? plush
The itch in the throat does not depend on acidity, in fact the acidity is detected only through a specific chemical analysis. The sensation of slight tingling is given by the presence of polyphenols and tocopherols, powerful natural antioxidants, very useful, among other things, to counteract oxidation and aging of the cells of the human body.
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at what temperature should I keep the extra virgin olive oil? plush
The ideal temperature for storing an extra virgin olive oil is 15-17 ° C in tightly closed containers and away from light.
does the colour of the oil determine its quality? plush
The colour in an extra virgin olive oil can vary and is not a reliable indicator of the quality of the product. The colour is essentially determined by the harvest period, the degree of ripeness and the variety of olives. It can take on different shades of colour, from bright green to golden yellow. The presence of orange reflections are an indication of oxidation: this means that the oil has deteriorated and has not been stored away from light.
frying and smoke point plush
The smoke point corresponds to the maximum temperature that an oil can reach before it begins to produce substances that are harmful to health. Olive oil has a higher critical temperature than other fats such as butter, margarine and seed oil. Here are the critical temperatures of some oils and fats: olive oil: 210 ° C; lard and coconut oil: 180 ° C; sunflower oil: 170 ° C; margarine: 150 ° C; butter: 110 ° C.
How long can I keep the extra virgin olive oil after its expiry date? plush
If the oil has been well stored in a cool, dry place and protected from light, it can still be used for a few months after the expiration date; in fact, the date by which the product must be "preferably" consumed appears on the label (therefore the date on which its quality characteristics are guaranteed, but not its actual expiry date).
olive oil and seed oils plush
All oils contain the same amount of fat (99%) and provide 9 Kcal per 1 g. If we use olive oil to season our dishes, since it is tastier, we use less of it than other oils, with an advantage on the calorie count. Olive oil is also the most digestible of all: 100% against 83% of sunflower oil, 81% of peanut oil and 36% of corn oil.
what can i do when the oil freezes? plush
Extra virgin olive oil freezes at a temperature above 0 ° C, approximately between 6 and 10 ° C; partial solidification may occur with the appearance of small whitish particles in suspension. This in no way compromises the quality of the product. To quickly bring it back to the liquid state it will not be sufficient to store it at room temperature but you should immerse the bottle in a water bath at about 40 ° C.
where can i store extra virgin olive oil? plush
Extra virgin olive oil fears the light and must be stored in a cool and dry environment: in fact, exposure to light and high temperatures initiates the oxidation process, altering its taste and aroma. Short trips or car trips during the summer do not however compromise the quality of the product.
why does oil sometimes "pinch" in the throat? plush
The itch in the throat does not depend on acidity, in fact the acidity is detected only through a specific chemical analysis. The sensation of slight tingling is given by the presence of polyphenols and tocopherols, powerful natural antioxidants, very useful, among other things, to counteract oxidation and aging of the cells of the human body.