Best oil to use for stir fry ?

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pierino · Answer

Agree with peanut oil comments (it also adds an authentically Asian flavor). But that grapeseed oil is a close runner up. I sometimes add a small amount of chili oil to the former (that combines soybean oil with chili powder---makes you strong).

beyondcelery · Answer

I usually use sesame oil because of the great flavor it lends the dish. I believe it has a slightly lower smoke point than peanut oil, but it's not too far off. I've never caught it on fire, anyway (yet).

Panfusine · Answer

Coconut oil is great but can have a distinct flavor &amp;amp; aroma of its own (BTW, it pairs great with plantain), peanut oil would be my first suggestion.

ChefJune · Answer

I usually use peanut oil, but sometimes grapeseed.

Kristen M. · Answer

It's best to use something with a high smoke point so you can get your wok really hot without burning the oil -- peanut, especially, but also canola, coconut and grapeseed oil are good choices.

Helen&#39;s A. · Answer

Peanut oil is a good choice because of its high smoking point.  Do not use if you have peanut allergies...

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