Can you fry with olive oil?

Kalimera,

It is time to dispel a myth that is widespread in Germany and that our friends in the Peloponnese can only smile about.

In an authentic Greek household there is neither butter nor lard or even ghee.

Grandma Anthoula cooks exclusively with olive oil. Whether she's frying fish or deep-frying potatoes is irrelevant.

For us, it's a question that's easy to answer: Of course you can fry with high-quality olive oil!

Why should you use olive oil for frying?

Why the quality of the oil matters

Quality is EVERYTHING! Good olive oil, like the one we produce, retains its valuable ingredients and flavor even when heated.

Real, pure olive oil can withstand heat much better without losing its benefits or aroma.

Tips for frying with olive oil

• Choose a good oil : A high-quality, extra virgin olive oil makes all the difference.
• Keep an eye on temperatures : Do not let it get too hot (smoke point) in order to preserve the valuable ingredients.
• Less is more : Start with a small amount and add more if needed.