RICE BRAN OIL

  • Rice bran oil is the oil extracted from the hard outer brown layer of rice called bran.
  • It is known for its high smoke point of 232 °C and mild flavor, making it suitable for high-temperature cooking methods such as stir frying and deep frying.
  • It is popular as a cooking oil in East Asia, the Indian subcontinent, and Southeast Asia including India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Japan, Southern China and Malaysia.
  • Rice bran oil has a composition similar to that of peanut oil, with 38% monounsaturated, 37% polyunsaturated, and 25% saturated fatty acids.
  • Rice bran oil is an edible oil which is used in various forms of food preparation.
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