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Beyond the tadka: Why mustard oil wins for Indian cooking

January 29, 2026 6:18 pm

Indian cooking methods demand oils that can tolerate higher temperatures without breaking down.

Is it safe to mix cooking oils?

January 18, 2026 9:28 am

Dietitian explains whether blending cooking oils is healthy, what combinations to avoid, and whether rotating oils is better than mixing them.

How many times can deep-fried oil be reused safely?

December 22, 2025 12:29 pm

From hidden toxins to long-term health risks, here’s what really happens when cooking oil is reheated.

Cooking just got easier with this iron kadhai hack that will blow your mind

September 10, 2025 9:29 am

Masterchef Pankaj Bhadouria’s easy hack makes iron kadhai non-stick, while nutritionists explain its health benefits and cooking tips.

Spilled oil in the kitchen? Don’t reach for tissues first -- try this hack instead

September 07, 2025 9:33 am

There’s nothing more nerve-wracking than going about cleaning without the right cleaning tools. Make sure you wash the napkins regularly and store them at a place that is easily accessible.

A nutritionist analyses celebrity Chef Pankaj Bhadouria’s technique of frying papad, fryums, and chips without oil

September 12, 2025 12:22 pm

Interestingly, this technique isn’t new. It has roots in traditional Ayurvedic cooking and continues to be practised in certain communities, including Marwaris and Tamil Brahmins.

The edible oil industry pays higher GST rates on input goods and services used in the manufacturing and marketing of edible oils compared with the output GST rate. (Credit: Pixabay)

Edible oil sector flags working capital crunch over GST refund restrictions

August 26, 2025 10:30 pm

The Centre has suggested replacing the existing slabs of 5 per cent, 12 per cent, 18 per cent and 28 per cent with a broader two-slab structure of 5 per cent and 18 per cent, alongside a 40 per cent special rate for sin and demerit goods.

Gastroenterologist lists the 'best oils' for good gut health; check out his top 3 picks

July 18, 2025 2:30 pm

Which oil helps improve microbial diversity? Find out

Kandla port congestion may cause edible oil shortage: Traders to Govt

June 20, 2025 8:36 am

India is the world’s largest importer of palm oil, with monthly imports totalling 750,000 tonnes. Kandla is a key port that supplies major refineries catering to western and northern India.