aceite de coco
El aceite de coco es muy usado en la cocina asiática.
Coconut oil is widely used in Asian cuisine.
Oil extracted from the flesh of coconuts, used in cooking, cosmetics, and health products.
Prefiero usar aceite de coco para freír porque tiene un punto de humeo más alto.
I prefer to use coconut oil for frying because it has a higher smoke point.
Commonly used in vegan cooking and natural skincare routines.
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Cooking tip
Coconut oil solidifies at temperatures below 24°C (75°F), so store it in a cool place or melt it gently before use.
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Pronunciation
The 'c' in 'coco' is pronounced like the 'k' in 'kite'. The stress is on the first syllable of 'coco'.
Word Origin
From Spanish 'aceite' (oil) + 'de' (of) + 'coco' (coconut), derived from Latin 'cocos' (coconut) via Portuguese 'coco'.
Usage Notes
In Spanish-speaking countries, 'aceite de coco' is commonly found in health food stores and supermarkets. It is prized for its high saturated fat content and medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs).