Yes, olive oil can be used for frying, especially pan frying and everyday stovetop cooking. The type of olive oil and heat level matter.
Can you use olive oil for frying?
TL;DR
Yes. Olive oil works for many frying jobs, but very high heat cooking may need more care.
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Regular olive oil and light olive oil usually handle higher heat better than delicate extra virgin olive oil. Extra virgin olive oil can still work for many medium heat recipes.
If the oil is smoking heavily, the pan is too hot. Turn the heat down or use an oil better suited for that temperature.
For deep frying, people often choose more neutral oils, but olive oil can still be used depending on the recipe and budget.
Olive oil is fine for a lot of frying. Just respect the heat and the flavor.
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