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Thursday, April 11, 2013

Fortune Rice Bran Oil – Product Review

Posted by Kavitha | Foodomania on February 27th, 2013

Oil is an important part of food. Every cuisine calls for the use of some or the other kind of oil because “fat” is essential to keep our body working. With the increase in the number of lifestyle related diseases, it has become so important for us to review our food and lifestyle habits regularly and see what little changes we can make for us to have a better life. In a time where it is important for us to make such conscious decisions about the products we consume, Fortune has recently launched its new product “Fortune Refined 100% Rice Bran Oil” that comes with a hoard of good features!

Rice bran oil is the oil extracted from the germ and inner husk of rice. It has a high smoke point of 213°C (415°F) and has a mild flavor, making it suitable for high-temperature cooking methods like stir frying and deep frying. In fact, switching over from groundnut oil to Rice bran oil was as easily as switching perfumes!
Here are some of the amazing health benefits of this oil:-

Decreases Cholesterol: Rice bran oil reduces blood triglycerides, which are the fat molecules in the blood. Low levels of triglycerides result in low levels of cholesterol.
Provides balanced nutrition: The body requires two kinds of fatty acids- one that provides energy and the other that is required for biological processes. Rice bran oil contains a balanced proportion of both, that helps the body receive balanced nutrition.
Helps to have better skin: Squalene is an organic compound naturally produced by human skin cells and is natural moisturizer. Rice bran oil contains good amounts of it which prevent aging of the skin.
Enhances the immune system: Antioxidants improve health by fighting free radicals that harm the immune system. Rice bran oil has natural antioxidants that help build stronger immunity.
Less-oily healthy food: Cooking oils become sticky due to oxidation during frying. But rice bran oil is highly stable which keeps it non-sticky and the food absorbs less oil.

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What I loved about the product?

This oil comes in 1 liter, 2 liter, 5 liter & 15 liter jar. I have a 2 liter jar with a big handle which is very convenient to carry.
The oil does not change the taste of food. It is odorless.
It can be used in cooking any type of food whether it is vegetarian or non-vegetarian. It can also be used in baking.
The cost:- 1 liter of this oil costs Rupees. 115/- and 2 liter costs Rupees. 230/-. It is marginally costlier than sunflower oil. But if you’re concerned about your health, you should be willing to spend a few extra bucks on a good product.

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But enough of benefits! After all, it is oil and the true test lies in its taste, eh? Just to test if it is in fact versatile, I’ve tried a variety of dishes over the past week. Be it Indian curries or Italian Pasta or CAKES, brownies… This Oil works just fine! Here are some of the dishes I tried with the oil that taste exactly as they are supposed to!

1) My Paneer Butter Masala was a big hit! And the rice bran oil, with its high smoking point facilitated beautiful caramelizing of the Onions!

2) My Spaghetti with Roasted Cherry Tomato Marinara didn’t even miss the Olive Oil!

3) The oil also adhered well to my Double Chocolate Brownies and presented me with a super moist baked goodie!

4) Stir fried Potatoes was once again, super delicious! It took me less oil than usual to get the texture that I love. And the dish wasn’t too oily either!