Which oils are considered flavorless?

Question

The cake recipe is calling for a vegetable oil. I have refined sunflower oil, and refined soyabean oil.

Do they qualify for flavourless oils? I haven't noticed any taste in any oil by now! Taste buds problem, perhaps.

Asked by Anisha Kaul

Answer

Both refined sunflower oil and refined soybean oil are generally considered flavorless.

Also included among these are:

• Canola (rapeseed) oil
• Corn oil
• Peanut oil
• Safflower oil
• Vegetable oil

The most reliable method of course is to taste the oil :). I'm sure you can actually taste the flavor of extra virgin olive oil.

Answered by hobodave

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