Matthaus (2007) reported that palm olein was comparable with high oleic vegetable oils and hydrogenated sunflower and cottonseed oils in terms of oxidative stability during frying. Palm oil is resistant to oxidation, polymerization and foaming. Palm oil does not produce any gummy or sticky residues in the fryer.
How does edible oil refining reduce production costs?
In edible oil refining, the continuous effort to reduce overall production costs is mainly achieved by increasing plant capacities, installation of mono feedstock plants, and increasing the degree of automation. Over the years, more energy-efficient processes and technologies, resulting in a higher refined oil yield, have gradually been introduced.
Can edible oil-based nanomaterials be used in industrial applications?
Before realizing the industrial application of vegetable oils, the abovementioned problems need to be solved in a timely and effective manner. In addition, the preparation of edible oil-based nanomaterials and their synergy with other active ingredients are a focus of future research.
Is palm oil a food safety & quality product?
Therefore, the food safety and quality of the palm oil produced are essential to the industry. The crude palm oil (CPO) comprises of triacylglycerol (TAG), diacylglycerol (DAG), monoacylglycerol (MAG), free fatty acids (FFA), and other minor components (e.g., micronutrients, oxidation products and metals) (Table 1) (Chew & Saparin, 2021 ).