The country has a diverse culinary tradition and cooking oil preferences vary among the different regions, based on the food being prepared. For instance, mustard oil is the most used alternative for Indians in the northern and eastern regions. Meanwhile, coconut oil is the go-to cooking oil for South Indians.
What is India used cooking oil market?
According to the latest report by IMARC Group, titled ¡°India Used Cooking Oil Market: Industry, Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2023-2028," the India used cooking oil market reached a volume of 3.2 Million Tons in 2022. Used cooking oil (UCO) refers to residual oils and fats previously used for cooking or frying.
Why is cooking oil important in India?
From deep-fried samosas to tempering curry with whole spices, oil is arguably a necessity for Indian cuisines. The country has a diverse culinary tradition and cooking oil preferences vary among the different regions, based on the food being prepared.
Where did cooking oil come from?
Thirty or forty years ago, considerable numbers of rural families used to process farm-produced oilseeds in the nearby stone/wooden/iron expellers to meet the family requirements for cooking oils. Cooking oils were supplied by the local oil mills and available from local grocery shops even in smaller quantities.