Look out for unrefined cold-pressed peanut oil, which has a more distinctive taste. Peanut oil is the oil of preference in everyday Chinese and Indian dishes such as stir-fries, curries and snacks.

The pulp is then pressed again to yield a darker oil that is less flavoursome than the first pressing and sold just as ‘olive oil’ or ‘pure olive oil’. Extra virgin olive oil is cold ...

Peanut oil is a great choice for all kinds of frying, but if you're avoiding it for allergies or any other reason, here are ...