Roasted Rapeseed Oil (Caiziyou)

Product Description

Staff CommentsThis roasted rapeseed oil from Chongqing is a real gem, offering a unique flavor profile that adds depth to dishes. It's not your typical neutral oil - it's full of fragrance and taste that gives a homemade touch to your cooking. Plus, its adhesive quality means it clings to food beautifully, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor.

New shipment alert! Discover the Mala Market Exclusive Roasted Rapeseed Oil (Caiziyou) straight from Sichuan. This oil, made from roasted oil seeds, offers a unique, dark-amber color and a distinctive, vegetal aroma that adds depth to your dishes. It's a staple in Sichuan kitchens and is a key ingredient for creating authentic chili oil.

Crafted from low-erucic-acid, non-GMO seeds and expeller pressed, this oil retains its natural color, fragrance, and taste. Unlike fully refined oils like canola, this caiziyou is not neutral - the seeds are roasted to enhance the flavor profile.

Chefs in Sichuan recommend heating caiziyou to its smoke point before making chili oil to balance its stronger notes. This oil has an adhesive quality that clings to food, delivering flavor effectively. Try using it in stir-fries for a rich, flavorful base.

Imported from China by COFCO, a leading producer of roasted rapeseed oils, this caiziyou is a rare find in the U.S. with packaging primarily in Chinese. Store it in a cool, dry place and enjoy experimenting with this essential Sichuan ingredient.

Size: 900 ml (30.4 ounces)

Ingredients: expeller-pressed, roasted rapeseed oil

Attributes: Non-GMO, Vegan, Gluten-Free

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