Here’s Your Guide To Store Cooking Oil After Use

Do you pay enough attention when it comes to storing cooking oil? While a lot of us keep it as it is in the containers they come in, many transfer it to cooking oil bottles. Ever wondered if that's the right way to store your everyday cooking oil? We hardly give it a thought. Cooking oil is a staple in our kitchens and not storing it properly can impact our health negatively. To maintain its quality, it is essential to store cooking oil the right way.

Let The Oil Cool

Before you store used cooking oil, make sure it has cooled down to room temperature, else it can be difficult to handle hot oil.

Use A Strainer

Once the oil is cool, use a stainless steel strainer to sieve the oil to remove any food particles present in it. Doing this step every time you use cooking oil helps increase its shelf life.

Pick The Right Container

A variety of containers are available in the market to store cooking oil but glass and plastic containers work best for storage. Make sure the containers have a tight sealing lid. Before you transfer the oil to the container, check if it is completely clean and dry or the cooking oil can go rancid.

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Mark The Expiry Date

We often transfer cooking oils to different containers and forget to label them with their expiry dates. This can be harmful to our health. Take a label and mark the expiry date, also write the date it was last used so that you know if it's still fine to use the next time.

Store In The Right Place

Transfer the cooking oil to the container and store it in a cool and dark place. A dry and clean kitchen cabinet is the perfect place to store the container.

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Use Dry Utensils While Using The Oil

The next time you need to use the cooking oil, take a dry ladle to pour it out. If the utensil isn't dry, your cooking oil will catch moisture and go sour. (Ideal quantity of cooking oil you should consume)

Reuse Correctly

Most cooking oils can be used multiple times but do check the instruction guide. If the oil has changed colour and smells rancid, you should dispose it off.

Quick Tips

• If you have different containers with used cooking oil, always use the oldest ones first.
• Do a regular check, if the oil gives an unusual flavour or smells bad, avoid using it. 
• Whenever you open the cooking oil container, make sure you reduce its air exposure. Close the container tightly after use.
• Ensure there is no water around the cooking oil, even a drop of moisture can lead to spoilage.
• Dispose of the oil correctly based on your local regulations.