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Coconut Oil in the South Indian Kitchen: It's Not a Trend, It's a Tradition

Coconut Oil in the South Indian Kitchen: It's Not a Trend, It's a Tradition

Long before coconut oil landed on Whole Foods shelves next to collagen powder and adaptogen blends, South Indian home cooks were using it to temper mustard seeds, fry crispy dosas, and finish off a pot of fish curry. Understanding how this oil actually works in traditional cooking changes everything about how you use it.