Tips to Cook Food without Using Oil
Many of you will be surprised to know how easy it is cook food that taste great without using any kind of oil or butter. Some oils are boldy advertised as 100% healthy. But in reality no oil is completely healthy, not even coconut or even olive oil. Its best to keep the oil usage to a minimum as and whenever possible. Your methods of cooking remain the same as in you would still be steaming, poaching and boiling your dishes the same way. Our blog will let you know of the ways in which you can leave out oil without making much sacrifices. First you have the choose the right cookware and then slight alter your cooking methods, its as simple as that.
Choosing the right cookware
It’s extremely easy to cook without oil when using nonstick pots and pans because the food doesn’t stick. If you intend on avoiding Teflon, then use a good-quality, heavy-bottomed stainless steel pan. Enamel-coated cast iron and ceramic titanium pans are also good options. Use nonstick or silicone ovenware for easy release when roasting vegetables or baking preparing oil-free desserts.When cooking a dish that requires you to have a dry result, use a flame diffuser, which provides even heat without creating burn rings at the edge of the pan. A diffuser is also useful when you want to cook something on the stove without giving it your full attention, so you can focus on other tasks. It is also useful when your pans are not of good quality or you’re making a dish that requires a low, steady heat.
Choosing oil-free cooking method
Now we’re cooking, but only after choosing the right cookware first. Its vital that we slightly alter are cooking methods a bit.- Sautéing and Stir-frying – Perhaps the first question that comes to your mind is how to sauté or stir-fry without any butter or oil. The trick here is to use small amounts of water or broth, adding just a small amount (2 to 3 tablespoons) at a time. Do this as often as needed and without steaming it. Also do remember to toss and stir the food periodically with a wooden spoon so that it doesn’t burn quickly.
- Roasting – There’s no need to coat your vegetables or other foods with oil before roasting them in the oven. They might take a little longer, but will eventually turn brown. Before placing them in the oven, season the vegetables with spices, herbs, and some vegetable stock if possible.
- Baking – We don’t bake as often as we should. This method of may take a while to get used to, but we’re sure that you will come to release the non oily but far healthier choice to bake your potatoes and veggies instead of deep frying them. Baked chips are a healthier option as opposed to fried chips, as a matter of fact you can even bake up delicious breaded patties or veggies by lightly dipping them in a slurry of unflavored plant milk, and then coating them with whole-grain bread crumbs or cornmeal. Then use nonstick, silicone, or parchment-lined baking sheets to achieve a crispy outer crust.
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