Oils to Go Nuts For

Published on Wednesday, April 9, 2008, by Aida Mollenkamp / Edit Post

Nut oils are so sensitive. Bottled raw, they have a shelf life so short that they’re often rancid before being sold. And when it comes to the less common oils—walnut, pistachio, and hazelnut—the flavor can be feeble and downright bland. I’ve been on a frustratingly long (and pricey) journey to find good nut oils, and it’s finally ending. La Tourangelle oils are expensive, but because most of them are sold roasted, they last longer than the raw varieties out there. (A tip: They last even longer if you store them in the refrigerator or freezer.) And I can’t deny that I like to look at the aesthetically pleasing round bottles—though that hasn’t helped me overcome the price.

La Tourangelle Nut Oils, $12.99–$29.99

ALLNew Finds
POST A COMMENT |4 Comments

COMMENT

  • i really like the sesame oil; i've been using it for a few months now. my husband is japanese so we use it frequently in cooking japanese food.

  • ehp:

    use the nut oil as flavoring in savory yeast breads, sweet pastries and cookies (I use 2 tsp in my brownies); salad dressings for greens (i.e.:coleslaw) or fruits; drizzle over grilled aromatic veggies; and brush over meats like lamb, pork or chicken just off the grill.

    Once you start using it, you'll get an idea of how it combines with other foods and come up with your own special...+READ

    ehp:

    use the nut oil as flavoring in savory yeast breads, sweet pastries and cookies (I use 2 tsp in my brownies); salad dressings for greens (i.e.:coleslaw) or fruits; drizzle over grilled aromatic veggies; and brush over meats like lamb, pork or chicken just off the grill.

    Once you start using it, you'll get an idea of how it combines with other foods and come up with your own special ways.-COLLAPSE

  • ehp: it's wonderful as the oil component for dressing a salad. i find that it works really well with arugula & spinach, and certain fruits such as strawberries, pears, apples, pomegranate, cranberries & cherries. you can also drizzle it over pasta or sweet roasted root vegetables.

  • How about some ideas for what to do with these oils. I got a gift of a bottle of walnut oil and I'm wondering what to do with it.