Top 10 brands of sunflower oil

The best brands of unrefined sunflower oil

Unrefined sunflower oil is one of the essential products of the national cuisine of many countries, but it is most widely used in Russia. It is in our customs to use this flowing aromatic liquid in the preparation of a wide variety of dishes. And although most of us now use crude oil exclusively for salad dressing, daily use of it, even in small quantities, provides the human body with such elements necessary for its work as important amino acids, fatty acids, vitamins A, D, E and F. Keep container with unrefined oil should be in a cool dark place. Under the influence of sunlight, the healthy liquid begins to deteriorate and acquires an unpleasant rancid taste.

5 golden seed

Our review opens with oil with the “talking” name “Golden Seed”, which is produced in the south of Russia, in Rostov-on-Don. This trademark is included in the line of brands of the Yug Rusi agro-industrial group of companies engaged in the manufacture of natural plant products. The oil is excellent for preparing dishes on holidays and weekdays, and, due to the high content of nutrients, it is especially recommended for diversifying the diet of fasting people.

Advantages:

• a safe product that does not contain toxic elements;
• normal indicator of the mass fraction of unsaponifiable components;
• heals and cleanses the body.

Flaws:

• slightly overpriced.

The oil is bottled in two types of plastic containers - bottles of 0.5 and 1 l. This allows consumers to choose the format that is most convenient for them, and prevents the possibility of spoilage of the product due to too long storage in the open.

4 idea

100% natural unrefined sunflower oil of the first extraction "Zateya" undergoes "soft" cleaning, which allows you to optimally preserve the content of useful vitamins and acids in the composition, and also not to spoil the taste of the product. The results of the test showed a low acid number, which indicates a small amount of free fatty acids, and, accordingly, a high purity of the product.

Advantages:

• high degree of purification;
• low acidity of the product;
• large bottle volume - 1 liter.

Flaws:

• found traces of non-fatty impurities.

Best of all, Zateya oil has proven itself in the process of stewing meat, fish, poultry and vegetables, in the preparation of sauces and various types of dressings for salads and snacks. User reviews indicate a high degree of trust in this brand. Commentators positively assessed the low shelf life, which indicates the absence of preservatives in the product. For many tasters, the taste of "Zateya" reminded the real "village" oil from the oil mill.

3 Selyanochka

Unrefined oil of the first grade "Selyanochka" is produced in the Republic of Adygea, Krasnodar Territory, from sunflower seeds grown and harvested there. The product fully complies with the GOST declared on the packaging, that is, it has parameters that do not exceed the standards established by the state. A feature of this oil is the lowest content of phosphorus-containing substances of all brands undergoing testing.

Advantages:

• low peroxide value;
• lack of carcinogens and pesticides;
• affordable price.

Flaws:

• not recommended for frying food.

In their reviews, buyers noted the pleasant rich aroma of Selyanochka oil, golden color and the absence of foreign odors. The criticism of some hostesses was caused only by the formation of sediment at the bottom of the bottle some time after opening. However, such a phenomenon is most often due to improper storage conditions of the product, therefore, this fact cannot be attributed to the shortcomings of the oil itself.

2 Sloboda Fragrant

The second place in our rating in the category of unrefined oils is occupied by the products of JSC Efko, located in the Belgorod region. Natural sunflower oil "Sloboda Aromatnoye" is produced by freezing, as evidenced by the information on the bottle packaging. This method of production is considered one of the best, as it allows you to get a high-quality purified product, completely devoid of foreign suspensions and compounds that add turbidity.

Advantages:

• has a high content of Omega-9 in the composition;
• does not contain harmful pesticides;
• has a longer shelf life without loss of quality characteristics.

Flaws:

• not sold in all stores.

Sloboda Aromatnoye oil is ideal for all types of cooking activities and is used for hot food processing, salad dressing, lean dishes and air baking. The vast majority of reviews on this product are positive, which allows us to call unrefined oil "Sloboda" optimally suited for use in the home kitchen.

1 Gifts of the Kuban

Unrefined sunflower oil of the first grade produced by Blago Company LLC (Krasnodar Territory) meets all the requirements of the Russian quality system standard, which was confirmed by the results of a thorough laboratory study. This product can be safely classified as high-quality. The liquid has a golden-amber color and a pleasant natural smell, and only natural elements are present in the composition in the right quantities.

Advantages:

• has a balanced acid-fat balance;
• has a low level of oxidation;
• does not contain carcinogens potentially hazardous to human health.

Flaws:

• not identified.

According to customer reviews, with this oil, any cooked dish becomes even tastier and more aromatic. "Gifts of the Kuban" is perfectly revealed both in cold appetizers and is suitable for frying - it foams little, does not sizzle and almost does not splash in a hot pan. In addition, the small volume of the bottle (0.65 l) allows you to quickly use the product without residue.

The best brands of refined sunflower oil

Refined deodorized sunflower oil is the undoubted leader in sales among natural products. Unlike the previous “object of study”, the oil that has passed all stages of purification does not have such an attractive aroma. However, it can be stored longer and is ideal for frying, preserving and using in home cooking. The color of the liquid of a properly refined oil is from light gold to transparent, the composition does not include preservatives, and free fatty acids should be in sufficient quantities. We were guided by these indicators when choosing the best manufacturers in this category.

5 Ideal

The Ideal trademark is positioned as a manufacturer of premium vegetable oil, that is, the best in all respects. However, the audit showed that the brand's products do not always correspond to this high rank. In particular, experts found a relatively high peroxide value, as well as the presence of traces of wax in the liquid, which indicates non-compliance with the freezing technology.

Advantages:

• acidity value corresponds to normal readings;
• transparent color, no sediment;
• is popular with the public.

Flaws:

• the product is manufactured according to TU.

Products of this brand have been present on the Russian market since 1994. At first it was an imported product imported to us from abroad, and after the opening of our own line, sunflower oil began to be produced and bottled domestically. According to customer reviews, many housewives have been using "Ideal" in their kitchen for more than a dozen years, without noticing a particular decrease in the quality of the product.Perhaps not the best test results are associated with a single case of using mediocre raw materials. In any case, Ideal oil is in demand among a large number of Russian residents.

4 Gold

Refined deodorized frozen sunflower oil "Zlato" in all respects meets the increased standard of Roskachestvo. A light transparent shade, no smell, the presence of a sufficient concentration of tocopherol and complete food and environmental safety make this brand of vegetable oil a worthy participant in our rating of the best.

Advantages:

• neutral taste and aroma;
• The optimum ratio of price and quality;
• check Roskachestvo did not reveal any comments.

Flaws:

• in some samples, the peroxide number is too high.

Customers especially appreciate this refined oil for its versatility. A healthy and tasty plant product is equally well suited for frying, baking and preserving vegetables for the winter. Housewives may not be afraid to use "Gold" in their most daring experiments in the kitchen - its delicate taste characteristics will be in harmony with any kind of food.

3 Olena

Oleina oil is labeled as a first-class product, although in all respects this product may well qualify for a higher category. According to the results of laboratory studies, the brand showed a very low level of acidity, which indicates an excellent degree of purification.During the check, no harmful impurities, toxic elements and other types of suspensions that are harmful and dangerous to human health were found.

Advantages:

• corresponds to the highest grade;
• does not contain benzapyrene and residual amounts of hexane;
• has a light translucent tint.

Flaws:

• the content of vitamin E is below the recommended norm.

The Oleina brand has long been known to domestic consumers. The brand is part of the international corporation Bunge Ltd and belongs to the Russian branch, registered with us in 2004. For the production of its own products in Russia, a large plant was built in the Voronezh region, which produces more than 200 million bottles of sunflower oil per year. The company is constantly developing and strictly monitors the quality of its products, which allows the company to firmly hold a leading position in retail and wholesale sales for many years.

2 Mr. Ricco

Mr.Ricco refined deodorized sunflower oil fully complies with all safety standards, and also meets the highest grade declared by the manufacturer. The product contains a lot of tocopherol (vitamin E), and has a low level of acidity, which indicates the high quality of the seeds used in the production and the correct technology for their processing.

Advantages:

• quality and safety;
• the absence of trans-fatty acids in the composition;
• does not burn, does not foam and does not "shoot" when frying.

Flaws:

• extended shelf life.

Oil called Mr.Ricco is produced by Kazan Fat Plant JSC, which is one of the largest enterprises in the oil and fat industry in Russia.In addition to sunflower seed oil, which is familiar to us, the company produces a number of mixes that have a more pronounced taste and are oriented towards healthy nutrition. Customers particularly like this brand's vegetable oil with avocado extract or extra virgin olive oil. Such original additives make the taste of the product more peculiar, and also give the liquid a slightly greenish tint.

1 Sloboda

The winner of this category is a brand that has already been noted in our rating - this is Sloboda from the Belgorod company Efko. Refined oil of the first grade does not contain flavors, dyes, preservatives, GMOs and other harmful impurities. It has impeccable taste and safety, thanks to strict organic control over the raw materials used in production. An important role in the quality of the final product is also played by the use of the latest equipment and careful technologies that allow preserving all the natural benefits of herbal ingredients.

Advantages:

• complete absence of phosphorus-containing substances and non-fatty impurities;
• low acidity;
• transparent color, odorless, no sediment.

Flaws:

• not identified.

The brand "Sloboda" rightfully bears the title of the best producer of vegetable oils. An exemplary reputation is confirmed not only by high consumer demand, but also by various awards and prizes won by the company in Russia and abroad. So, for example, the oil of this particular brand won first place in an independent competition held by the TV program Control Purchase (Channel One), which once again proves the correctness of our choice.

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