Tips for Cooking with Oil

10/3/2022 (Permalink)

Be careful when cooking with oil!

The number one cause of house fires is from cooking. The heat we use to cook our food can be dangerous when we are careless or leave a hot surface unattended. Cooking with oil is especially dangerous due to the volatility of hot oil. Below is a list of best practices for cooking with oil to make sure you and your home stay safe. 

Never Leave a Hot Frying Pan Unattended

A fire can quickly ignite and become uncontrollable within seconds. Leaving the kitchen for even a short time can be disastrous for your home. 

Smoking Oil is Dangerous

If you are heating up oil and it begins to smoke, this a warning sign. Immediately turn off the stovetop and wait at least 15 minutes for the surface to cool. If possible, safely move the pan from the burner and set on an unheated burner or other surface. 

Keep a Lid Nearby

If a fire does happen, place the lid over the pan to suppress the fire. Do not throw water onto the hot oil as the water will instantly boil and set off a burst of hot oil and water than can spread the fire. 

Cooking with oil is a quick way to make all of your favorite foods and recipes. Using caution, you can have a wonderful meal with no worries. Be sure to exercise safety when cooking at all times and hopefully you will never have to worry about cleaning up a fire in your home.