By Bhushan Oils

Best Uses for Different Types of Indian Oils in Cooking

Food is more than just a fuel—it's a heritage, a testament to culture, and a set of comfort. Your culture is in every Indian kitchen, where families come together, and where love expresses itself in taste. And at the centre of every meal is your one indispensable ingredient: oil. From the yellow sheen of mustard oil in a north Indian dal to the tender crunch of puris fried in sunflower oil, the right oil does matter both in terms of flavour and nutrition. But with so many choices available, it's your job to know which oil is appropriate for different kinds of cooking. Whether for frying, sautéing, or tempering spices, the choice of the best oils for cooking in India is what matters. Let us discuss the variety of cooking oils provided by us and their optimum use in Indian cuisine.

Why Choosing the Right Cooking Oil Matters?

Frying oil does not only have use for frying or sautéing; it alters the texture, flavour, and even nutrient content of foods. Its heat resistance is what its smoke point dictates, while its fatty acid content influences what health benefits derive from it.

Various oils are used in Indian cooking according to customs prevalent at the place and mode of cooking. Some oils, such as mustard oil, possess an oily, strong, and pungent taste, while others, such as sunflower oil, are neutral and versatile. Knowledge of these variations can enable you to select the most suitable oil for your dishes, allowing you to experience excellent taste as well as an ideal diet. Now, let's examine various oils provided by Bhushan Oils and how to use them in the right manner.

Types of Oils by Bhushan Oils and Their Best Uses

555 Kachi Ghani Mustard Oil—The Traditional and Stronger Alternative
This oil is one of the robust Indian culinary roots of North and East India. 555 Kachi Ghani Mustard oil contains a pungent, piercing aroma and has antibacterial qualities. In a traditional manner, this oil is heated up to its smoking point so that the sharpness is eliminated from it, and it becomes better for cooking.
Best Uses:
Tadka and Curries—Adds flavour to dals, kadhi.
Deep Frying—Perfect for crispy pakoras, puris, and kachoris.
Pickling—Used for storing homemade pickles since it contains natural antimicrobial material.

Jiwan Dhara Soybean Oil—The Daily Staple
Bhushan’s Jiwan Dhara Soybean oil is among the most widely used oils in Indian kitchens because it is neutral in flavour and inexpensive. It has many health benefits and has a high smoke point, so it can be used for all kinds of cooking.
Best Uses:
Frying and Sautéing—Best for stir-fried vegetables, parathas, and day-to-day gravies.
Deep Frying—Best for frying crunchy snacks such as samosas and bhajiyas.
Baking & Roasting—Ideal for baking breads and roasting vegetables for a healthful meal.

Jiwan Dhara Cottonseed Oil- The Secret of Healthy Cooking
Jiwan Dhara Cottonseed Oil has less oil absorption properties, which ensures that every home-cooked meal is healthy and light. Besides having a neutral flavour, Bhushan’s Jiwan Dhara Cottonseed Oil cooking oil retains its quality even at high temperatures, making it ideal for deep frying.
Best Uses:
Deep Frying—Aids in cutting down oil absorption, making fried food lighter.
Stir-frying—suitable for sautéing vegetables, rice preparations, and Indo-Chinese dishes.
Salad Dressing—A healthy choice to pour over fresh salads.

Jiwan Dhara Sunflower Oil—The Light & Nutritious Choice
This oil is also commonly employed in Indian cuisine for its light texture, bland flavour, and Vitamin E richness. Sunflower oil is used regularly for everyday cooking since it does not dominate the food flavours and does not contribute additional calories.
Best Uses:
General Cooking—Perfect for vegetable cooking, dals, and curries.
Deep Frying—Retains fried food crispy without getting it too greasy.
Baking—A decent butter substitute in muffins and cakes.

Jiwan Dhara Groundnut Oil—The Nutty & Aromatic Favourite
Groundnut oil, or peanut oil, is a South Indian and Maharashtrian favourite. It contains a natural nutty taste and is high in antioxidants, thus being a better choice.
Best Uses:
Frying & Roasting—Ideal for frying snack foods such as medu vada and bhajiyas.
Traditional Cooking—Employed in Maharashtra and Gujarat to prepare thepla, sabzis, and undhiyu.
Chutneys & Spice Blends—Flavours of homemade spice mixes and chutneys.

Each oil has its own function to fulfil in Indian cuisine, ranging from the pungent flavours of mustard oil to the cardiovascular benefits of cottonseed oil. The right choice can make your dishes taste great and enhance a balanced diet. Whether you need an oil for deep frying, light cooking, or authentic recipes, there is a perfect pairing for each dish.

Being one of the top cooking oil manufacturers in India , Bhushan Oils promises purity, quality, and maximum nutritional benefits in every drop. Check out their cooking oils range to unlock the best in your kitchen, making each meal healthier and tastier!