canola oil

noun

Definition of canola oil

: an edible vegetable oil obtained from the seeds of canola that is high in monounsaturated fatty acids

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To make dressing: In a blender, pulse roasted unsalted peanuts, rice wine vinegar, low-sodium tamari, canola oil, honey, water and jalapeño until slightly chunky. — Betsy Stephens, Good Housekeeping, "Kale Salad with Chicken," 4 Dec. 2017 Heat 2 tablespoons of canola oil on a griddle or in a large skillet over medium heat. — John Besh, House Beautiful, "John Besh's Stuffed French Toast," 6 Feb. 2015 Cook long-grain white rice. Fluff with fork and fold in grated lime zest and cilantro. Heat canola oil in large skillet on medium. — The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen, Good Housekeeping, "Red Curry Shrimp and Cilantro Rice," 9 Oct. 2018 But while canola oil is a common household product, violet cress has never been particularly cultivated for its oil. — John Wenz, Popular Mechanics, "This Purple Plant Has a Secret That Could Replace Synthetic Engine Oil," 27 Aug. 2018 The third type of omega-3, ALA, alpha-linolenic acid, comes from plant sources, like flaxseed and canola oil. — Carolyn Todd, Allure, "Everything You Should Know Before Taking Fish Oil Supplements," 21 Aug. 2018 In a 12-inch cast iron skillet, add enough canola oil to cover half the chicken. — San Antonio Express-News, "Recipe: Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken," 2 May 2018 Heat the canola oil in a large pot over moderate heat. — John Besh, House Beautiful, "Shrimp and Andouille Over Grits Warms You Right Up," 17 Nov. 2015 Fry doughnuts in canola oil at 350 degrees, a few at a time, until golden brown, two to three minutes on each side. — Lucas Aulbach, The Courier-Journal, "Where to find deals and freebies on National Donut Day in Louisville," 31 May 2018

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