Cooking with
Cottonseed Oil

Reducing this dish to “toast” is an understatement. With garlic confit, fresh heirloom tomatoes and homemade balsamic vinaigrette on toasted sourdough, you’ll never want to return to the toast you once knew. Watch to see how Chef Mikel uses cottonseed oil for his heirloom toast to create an unforgettable brunch bite.

The classic diner onion ring you know and love just leveled up. These tempura-battered leek rings are plant-based with the same super crunchy, satisfying, salty taste of traditional onion rings. Paired with a homemade aioli made from cottonseed oil, avocado, lemon juice and Dijon mustard, this appetizer is hard to beat.

Cottonseed oil’s strengths extend far beyond frying meat. Try these Jamaica flower tostadas for a vegan twist on a Mexican restaurant staple. Top with sunflower crema with cilantro and radish then add your favorite flavors to fix to your liking.

Crunchy polenta meets the umami of marinated mushrooms? Say less. Cottonseed oil makes the perfect base for dressings and marinades like this raspberry-rosemary vinaigrette and garlic oregano marinade. Watch to see how you can make this beautiful, flavorful dish in your own kitchen.

These are carrots like you’ve never tasted them before. Roasted and tossed with cottonseed oil, fresh herbs and shallots then topped with crunchy pistachios and creamy cheese crumbles, this dish is a delightful mix of textures and flavors.

An oldie but a goodie! Chicken Caesar salad never goes out of style, but achieving the perfect one can be tricky. From the pan-seared chicken and homemade croutons to the made-from-scratch dressing, this is one of our all-time favorites.

Try this twist on a classic! To replicate the anchovy and parmesan flavors of traditional Caesar dressing, this recipe combines cashews, Dijon, nori, nutritional yeast and cottonseed oil. This is a must-try for both vegans and meat lovers.

Delight in the flavors of this roasted corn salad with fresh tomatoes, crisp cucumbers and a bright blend of lime, jalapeños, cottonseed oil and cilantro. Refreshing, tangy and delicious, this dish is perfect for any occasion.

Your typical topping has nothing on this cilantro-scallion relish. Scallions, cilantro and Thai red chilies are grilled to give this dish a lovely smoky flavor. The pork shoulder is marinated, skewered and roasted over a charcoal grill and topped with your new favorite relish.

This fried red snapper packs a crazy delicious punch and crunch. Chef Lamagna first dredges the fish in potato starch then fries it in cottonseed oil. The salad of carrots, radishes and peppers with homemade sweet-and-sour sauce tops the red snapper to complete the dish.

You’re going to love this flavorful Filipino steak recipe. Chef Lamagna sous vides the steak first then bastes in cottonseed oil, seasons with salt and pepper, and finishes on the grill. Infused annatto oil makes it a true fan favorite with cottonseed oil, annatto seeds, garlic and bay leaves. Watch to see how this mouthwatering masterpiece comes to life.

An oldie but a goodie! Chicken Caesar salad never goes out of style, but achieving the perfect one can be tricky. From the pan-seared chicken and homemade croutons to the made-from-scratch dressing, this is one of our all-time favorites.

Cottonseed oil’s strengths extend far beyond frying meat. Try these Jamaica flower tostadas for a vegan twist on a Mexican restaurant staple. Top with sunflower crema with cilantro and radish then add your favorite flavors to fix to your liking.

See how the rich, buttery flavors of black cod can be enhanced and seared to perfection by cottonseed oil. This simple recipe makes the perfect meal for those days when you want something that’s easy to prepare but tastes gourmet.