Aceites y Grasas

Soybean oil

Soybean oil
Popularity 9 recipes

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Ingredient Information

Name

Soybean oil

Category

Aceites y Grasas

Popularity

9 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Soybean oil is a vegetable oil extracted from the seeds of the soybean, a legume native to East Asia, particularly China. It is one of the most widely used edible oils worldwide due to its neutral flavor, high smoke point, and versatility in cooking.

It is characterized as an excellent source of polyunsaturated fatty acids, especially linoleic acid (omega-6) and alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3), making it an ally for a balanced diet. Furthermore, it contains vitamin E and phytosterols, compounds with antioxidant properties that can help protect the body's cells.

In gastronomy, soybean oil is ideal for frying, sautéing, preparing dressings, and as a base for marinades, due to its mild flavor that does not alter the profile of other ingredients.

In different regions of Latin America, soybean oil may also be known as aceite de soja or simply soya, although the most common and recognized term for culinary use is soybean oil.

Nutritional Properties

0g
fiber
8mcg
folate
180mg
potassium
884
calories
0mcg
lycopene
0g
proteins
0mg
cholesterol
0mg
vitamin c
100g
total fats
16g
saturated fats
0g
carbohydrates
24g
monounsaturated fats
58g
polyunsaturated fats

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