Q. Can I cook with edible olive oil?

This makes it a foolproof option for a wide variety of preparations including frying in general. The brand's Italian-made olive oil sells well throughout the Indian subcontinent. It's low in trans fat and cholesterol and has a high smoking point. Deep frying shallow frying sautéing and ordinary cooking are all healthier options when using this oil. Polyunsaturated fat-rich oils such as most vegetable oils like soybean and canola fall into this category. Some of the carcinogenic chemicals in these oils are released during cooking and may contribute to the development of lung cancer.