thanks for the response. I’ll have to pick up some coconut oil.
However, I still would like to know if there are any detrimental effects to putting veg oil in the fridge. Does it help extend shelf life? inquiring minds want to know.
Sorry I didn’t respond to that part.
The answer is yes. Any kind of oil will last much longer if kept in the fridge. For the maximum lifespan, DO NOT open a new bottle (all that would do is allow more oxygen in), and place in fridge or freezer.
I have a large bottle of ultra virgin Olive oil in my fridge I never opened. I suspect it would last up to five years unopened, especially since OO has alot of natural antioxidants in it.
Yes, putting veg oil in the fridge helps to prolong it’s life. It won’t go rancid as quickly. I’ve never frozen it but don’t know why it wouldn’t work even better than the fridge. Try a bottle in the fridge for a week and then thaw it to see if it thaws correctly. It should if it’s 100% veg oil without any other additives.
I also keep Crisco in the fridge for forever. Crisco lasts longer than liquid oil. However, now that it’s in those cardboard containers rather than the all metal cans, it will begin to leech out if it gets warm.