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Avocado Oil
10.0best for savory1 cup : 1 cup
High smoke point, excellent for stir-frying
10.0
peanut oil substitute
for savory.
Savory peanut oil work lives in Thai, Chinese, and Southeast Asian cooking where its clean flavor carries aromatics without competing. At stir-fry temperatures of 400-450°F, its smoke point clears with 50°F to spare, and the 48% monounsaturated profile resists oxidation through 5-minute wok passes. Unrefined peanut oil adds roasted-nut depth to finished dishes. Substitutes here are judged on flavor neutrality for the cook, smoke-point headroom at wok heat, compatibility with soy-garlic-ginger aromatics, and whether they burn or stay stable at 450°F.
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Avocado oil subs 1:1 for peanut oil in high-heat savory cooking — stir-fry, sear, wok. 520°F smoke point is highest of common oils, giving maximum headroom at 450°F pan temperatures. Subtle green flavor; reads slightly less Asian than peanut oil, slightly more Mediterranean. Excellent for mixed-cuisine household kitchens.
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Corn Oil
10.0best for savory1 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Good for frying, slight nutty taste
10.0
adjustment for savory
Corn oil subs 1:1 for peanut oil in savory stovetop work. 450°F smoke point matches peanut oil. Mild corn-sweet note reads well in Southern and Latin American savory cooking (cornbread stuffing, corn-based fritters). Slightly more flavor-forward than peanut oil; pairs especially well with chili, cumin, and smoked paprika profiles.
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Rice Bran Oil
10.0best for savory1 tbsp : 1 tbsp
Great for stir-fry and deep frying
10.0
adjustment for savory
Rice bran oil subs 1:1 for peanut oil in savory Asian cooking. 490°F smoke point exceeds peanut oil's 450°F. Light, slightly nutty flavor reads Asian-adjacent. Contains gamma-oryzanol for superior oxidative stability — holds up to 7-10 stir-fry passes without degrading. Excellent for wok work, tempura, and Japanese-style searing.
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Grapeseed Oil
10.01 cup : 1 cup
Neutral high smoke point, good for frying
10.0
adjustment for this dish
Grapeseed oil subs 1:1 for peanut oil with a 420°F smoke point — lower than peanut oil. Keep pan under 400°F for safety. Very clean neutral flavor suits delicate savory work (white fish, steamed vegetables drizzled with soy). Polyunsaturated-heavy profile means faster oxidation; replace bottles within 4-6 months of opening.
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Olive Oil
10.01 cup : 1 cup
Neutral for frying, higher smoke point
10.0
adjustment for this dish
Olive oil subs 1:1 for peanut oil in Mediterranean savory cooking. Extra-virgin smokes at 375°F; light olive oil at 460°F matches peanut oil. Grassy-peppery flavor is assertive — pulls dishes toward Italian, Greek, Spanish register rather than Asian. Not ideal for high-heat wok work where peanut oil's neutral-nutty shines.
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Sunflower Oil
6.71 cup : 1 cup
Neutral flavor, good for frying
6.7
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Sunflower oil subs 1:1 for peanut oil in savory stovetop cooking. 450°F smoke point matches peanut oil. Neutral flavor, no aromatic contribution to savory stir-fries or sautés. Use high-oleic versions for longer shelf life and better fry-cycle stability; standard sunflower goes rancid faster once opened at pantry temperature.
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Canola Oil
6.71 cup : 1 cup
Neutral flavor, widely available
6.7
adjustment for this dish
Canola oil subs 1:1 for peanut oil in savory stovetop work. 400°F smoke point is below peanut oil's 450°F — keep pan under 375°F for comfortable margin. Neutral flavor suits Asian, Latin, and American savory cooking. Affordable and widely available. Works for general sauté and sear but not highest-heat wok applications.
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Vegetable Oil
6.71 cup : 1 cup
Most accessible swap, works for all cooking
6.7
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Vegetable oil subs 1:1 for peanut oil in savory cooking with a typical 400-450°F smoke point. Neutral flavor for all savory applications. Check bottle composition (soy, canola, or blend). Most economical and widely available; the go-to 'neutral oil' in most American kitchens. Handles typical sauté and stir-fry heats without issue.
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Safflower Oil
6.71 cup : 1 cup
Light neutral flavor, high heat tolerant
6.7
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Soybean Oil
6.71 cup : 1 cup
Similar smoke point, widely available
6.7
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Coconut Oil
6.71 cup : 1 cup
Use refined for neutral taste at high heat
6.7
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Sesame Oil
6.71 cup : 1 cup
Strong flavor, best for Asian dishes in small amounts
6.7