Cooking Food Without Oil: It's Time for a Radical Change
Cooking food without oil is not a fad. It’s a revolution. In a world fixated on macros, keto hacks and olive oil hierarchies, the notion of preparing food without a single drop of oil seems radical — even ridiculous. But a quiet movement is gaining momentum across kitchens in India, the U.S. and everywhere in between: people are cooking and eating without oil and feeling better, lighter and more in control. This article is not about replacing ghee with olive oil or using “just a teaspoon.” It’s about re-evaluating why we’re even using oil in the first place, and what it means to step away from it, not for a detox week, but permanently. Why Cook Without Oil? Let’s get something straight. Oil is not a food. It’s a refined extract. Get past the marketing, and this is what’s in your hand: 100% fat Zero fiber No protein Almost no micronutrients Even so-called “healthy” fats such as cold-pressed virgin olive oil or coconut oil are extremely calorie-dense, low in satiety, and highly inflammat...