How to cook with less oil

Using less oil in cooking is an important step towards a healthier lifestyle. So, say ‘no’ to using excess oil in cooking from today. You may be wondering, ‘How can I cook with less oil?’ or ‘Will it be delicious if I cook with less oil?’ Let’s take a look at how you can cook with less oil and the health benefits of cooking with less oil.

How to cook with less oil?

Steam cooking
We have all eaten ‘Bhapa Hilsa’ more or less—there is no need to talk about its taste separately!

Steam cooking does not require the use of oil in most cases. However, if someone wants, they can use a small amount of oil. When cooking in this method, the nutritional value of the food remains almost intact. Various types of vegetables and fish can be cooked this way.

Grilling
Grilling is a popular cooking method to bring out the smoky flavor using very little oil. Low-fat meat, fish, various types of kebabs, vegetables, and even fruits (such as pineapple) can be cooked this way.

Baking
When we think of baking, we may first think of cakes. But not only cakes, but many types of food can be baked and cooked using little oil. It is possible to prepare delicious dishes by baking fish, meat, sweet potatoes, pasta and various vegetables with a little oil.

Star Fry
Star Fry is a cooking method where the ingredients are cut into small pieces of a certain size and cooked quickly in a little oil over high heat. As a result, the food maintains a light crispy texture and has a great smoky flavor. Usually, vegetables, meat, shrimp, noodles and fried rice are cooked this way.

Air Fry
Air frying is a method of cooking food with the help of hot air using little oil. The same taste of food is obtained when frying in deep oil, and the same taste is obtained when air frying. But when it comes to health benefits, it has several times more nutrients than deep frying in deep oil. Various types of delicious dishes including chicken, fish and vegetables can be prepared using this method.

Poaching
Poaching involves cooking food in boiling hot water using a little oil. This method takes some time to cook. However, it is healthy. Eggs and various types of vegetables can be cooked this way.

Health benefits of cooking with little oil

So far, we have learned how to cook with little oil. Now, let us tell you about some of the health benefits of cooking with less oil.

Ensures fewer calories
Less oil means fewer calories. Cooking with less oil can avoid consuming excess calories. Such food is especially useful for those who are trying to lose weight or suffering from various health complications.

Beneficial for the heart
Food cooked with little oil is healthy on the one hand, and on the other hand, it reduces the intake of unhealthy fats. It plays an important role in maintaining the normal functioning of the heart.

Improves digestion
Excess oil in food causes digestive problems in many people and symptoms such as indigestion or flatulence occur. On the other hand, cooking food with less oil is helpful in digestion.

Helps maintain the nutritional value of food
Cooking with excess oil often destroys the nutritional value of food. On the other hand, cooking with less oil preserves the quality of various nutrients and minerals. As a result, consuming such food not only satisfies hunger but also ensures necessary nutrition.