Cooking Oils 101

Stumped by which oil to use when frying, sautéing, baking, and more?  Check out our guide to common cooking oils.

Cooking Oils 101: Sesame Oil
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Sesame Oil

There are two kinds of sesame oil: light and dark.  Light sesame oil has a light, nutty flavor and is good for sautéing, salad dressings, and more.  Dark sesame oil, on the other hand, has a more intense flavor.  Only a little bit is needed to accent other flavors, particularly in Asian-inspired dishes.

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