{"id":20187,"date":"2025-10-23T07:35:20","date_gmt":"2025-10-23T07:35:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/2025\/10\/23\/frying-pooris-or-pakodas-heres-how-to-safely-reuse-the-cooking-oil-food-news\/"},"modified":"2025-10-23T07:35:20","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T07:35:20","slug":"frying-pooris-or-pakodas-heres-how-to-safely-reuse-the-cooking-oil-food-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tezgyan.com\/index.php\/2025\/10\/23\/frying-pooris-or-pakodas-heres-how-to-safely-reuse-the-cooking-oil-food-news\/","title":{"rendered":"Frying Pooris Or Pakodas? Here&#8217;s How To Safely Reuse The Cooking Oil | Food News"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"story-9653547\">\n<p><span class=\"jsx-395e0e0beb19cb6e jsx-4143937483\">Last Updated:<\/span><time class=\"jsx-395e0e0beb19cb6e jsx-4143937483\">October 23, 2025, 13:01 IST<\/time><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"asubttl-9653547\" class=\"jsx-c9f81425ec968c48 jsx-127633777 asubttl-schema\">Learn how to safely reuse leftover oil after frying pooris or pakodas. Also, discover a smart household hack to keep insects away using that same oil<\/h2>\n<div class=\"jsx-cc1b15cf85effb8b artsharwrp\"><a href=\"https:\/\/news18.co\/gnps-en-btn\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-91f4da8d48c13a79 gglebtn bgylw\"\/><\/p>\n<div id=\"artshare\" class=\"jsx-cc1b15cf85effb8b artshare\">\n<div class=\"jsx-cc1b15cf85effb8b stickdiv\">\n<div class=\"jsx-cc1b15cf85effb8b deskwrapstkdiv\">\n<div class=\"jsx-cc1b15cf85effb8b fontchange\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/dlxczavtqcctuei\/news18\/static\/images\/english\/font.svg\" height=\"30px\" width=\"30px\" alt=\"font\" title=\"font\" class=\"jsx-cc1b15cf85effb8b lazyload\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"jsx-c9f81425ec968c48 jsx-127633777 amimg\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Clean, fresh-smelling oil can be reused for frying vegetables or parathas, but avoid heating the same oil more than twice. \" title=\"Clean, fresh-smelling oil can be reused for frying vegetables or parathas, but avoid heating the same oil more than twice. \" src=\"https:\/\/images.news18.com\/ibnlive\/uploads\/2021\/07\/1627283897_news18_logo-1200x800.jpg?impolicy=website&amp;width=400&amp;height=225\" loading=\"eager\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class=\"jsx-c9f81425ec968c48 jsx-127633777\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Clean, fresh-smelling oil can be reused for frying vegetables or parathas, but avoid heating the same oil more than twice. <\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<p id=\"0\" class=\"story_para_0\">Often, when we make <em>pooris\/puris<\/em>, <em>pakoras<\/em>, or other fried items at home, a considerable amount of oil is left in the pan or wok. Many people hesitate to reuse it or repeatedly heat the same oil, as this can be harmful to health. However, if stored and reused correctly, leftover oil can be saved from waste and remain safe to use.<\/p>\n<p id=\"1\" class=\"story_para_1\">Just keep a few simple tips in mind to reuse it wisely.<\/p>\n<h2>First Step To Safely Reuse Oil: Cooling And Straining<\/h2>\n<p id=\"3\" class=\"story_para_3\">First, allow the oil to cool completely after frying <em>puris<\/em> or any other items. Never strain hot oil directly, as this can cause it to lose its nutrients.<\/p>\n<p id=\"4\" class=\"story_para_4\">Once cooled, strain the oil through a fine sieve or muslin cloth to remove burnt bits or dough residues, which can be harmful if reheated. Cleaned oil not only lasts longer but also tastes better.<\/p>\n<h2>How To Store Leftover Cooking Oil?<\/h2>\n<p id=\"6\" class=\"story_para_6\">Next, consider the proper way to store the oil. Always keep leftover oil in an airtight steel or glass container. Avoid plastic containers, as chemical reactions may occur. Store the oil in a cool, dark place, never in direct sunlight or near the stove, as heat and light spoil its taste and quality.<\/p>\n<p id=\"7\" class=\"story_para_7\">Try to store the same type of oil together, for example, mustard oil with mustard oil and refined oil with refined oil, to preserve flavour and quality.<\/p>\n<h2>How To Check If Leftover Oil Is Safe To Reuse?<\/h2>\n<p id=\"9\" class=\"story_para_9\">When it comes to reuse, first smell the oil. If it has a burnt or sour odour, discard it immediately. Such oil can produce free radicals in the body, which are harmful to the heart and liver.<\/p>\n<p id=\"10\" class=\"story_para_10\">Clean, fresh-smelling oil can be reused for frying vegetables or <em>parathas<\/em>, but avoid heating the same oil more than twice, as repeated heating increases trans fats, which are detrimental to health.<\/p>\n<h2>Smart Ways To Use Leftover Cooking Oil<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"listOncontentArticleUL\">\n<li>Leftover oil can be used for everyday cooking such as tempering, frying potatoes, or <em>parathas<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid reusing this cooking oil for deep frying.<\/li>\n<li>If the oil becomes very dirty, mix it with soil in plant pots to help keep pests away.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p id=\"13\" class=\"story_para_13\">So, next time you\u2019re about to throw away leftover oil after frying <em>puris<\/em>, remember these tips. Proper storage and reuse can keep your oil safe, long-lasting, and better for your health.<\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-c9f81425ec968c48 jsx-127633777 atbtlink fp\"><span>First Published:<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"rs\">\n<p>October 23, 2025, 13:01 IST<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jsx-c9f81425ec968c48 jsx-127633777 brdcrmb\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.news18.com\/\">News<\/a>  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.news18.com\/lifestyle\/\">lifestyle<\/a>  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.news18.com\/lifestyle\/food\/\">food<\/a>  <span class=\"brdout\"> Frying Pooris Or Pakodas? Here&#8217;s How To Safely Reuse The Cooking Oil<\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"coral-wrap\" class=\"jsx-ba4d8f086a12294f \">\n<div class=\"jsx-ba4d8f086a12294f coral-cont\">\n<div class=\"jsx-ba4d8f086a12294f coltoptxt\">Disclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. 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