Households that prefer to keep just one bottle
You’re looking for one oil for several everyday dishes, without filling your cupboard with different options. Check that the bottle you choose is described as suitable for the uses you have in mind.
Who is this guide for?
People who fry food
You need to know the recommended temperature and how often to replace the oil. The instructions differ for Auchan Sunflower Oil 1 L and Lesieur Frial 1 L.
Readers who check declared sugar content
You want to understand what “reduced sugar” means for the oil you’re considering. Check the value in the nutritional information for each product, and don’t confuse it with a claim on the packaging.
What should you look for?
When choosing an oil for your cupboard, start with the ways you usually use it, then check the instructions for the specific product you’re considering.
| Criterion | What to check | Who is it for? |
|---|---|---|
| Versatile use | The uses listed on the product page, and the ingredients if you prefer a single-seed oil or a blend. | If I only keep one bottle, I want it to suit the dishes I usually make; around 44% of consumers prioritise this versatility. |
| Frying | The recommended maximum temperature and instructions on when to replace all the oil for the product you choose. | When I fry food, I want to know the limits for using the oil; frying is the top priority for around 33% of consumers. |
| Declared sugar content | The “of which sugars” line in the nutritional information and the exact wording of any claim on the packaging. | Before making “reduced sugar” a deciding factor, I want to know what the label actually says; around 23% of consumers prioritise this check. |
Mistakes to avoid
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Assuming “reduced sugar” applies to all oils
A declared sugar value for one product doesn’t automatically describe the whole category. On its own, it also doesn’t amount to a “reduced sugar” claim.
Check the “of which sugars” line and, if the claim is a reason for your purchase, check its exact wording on the packaging of the specific product.
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Choosing a bottle size without considering storage
A large bottle could sit in the cupboard for a long time if you don’t use much oil. The storage instructions for the products we checked say to keep them away from heat and light.
Choose a size that suits how often you cook, and follow the bottle’s instructions for closing and storing it.
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Assuming the same frying instructions apply to every oil
Auchan advises replacing all the oil after 5 frying sessions for its Sunflower Oil 1 L, while Lesieur recommends 10 frying sessions for Frial 1 L. Both product pages recommend a maximum temperature of 175 °C.
Follow the limits for the product you buy, and don’t keep using the oil beyond the recommended replacement point.
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Overlooking the ingredients list
The Lesieur peanut oil we checked contains peanuts, while Lesieur Frial 1 L contains natural nutmeg flavouring. A product’s name or intended use is no substitute for checking its ingredients.
Check the ingredients and allergens listed for the specific bottle, especially when choosing peanut oil or a blend.
Brands to know
Lesieur
The brand offers sunflower and peanut oils, the ISIO 4 blend and Frial frying oil.
- Product pages for several options give details of their ingredients or uses.
- Check each product separately: the peanut oil contains peanuts, while Frial 1 L contains natural nutmeg flavouring.
AUCHAN
The range includes sunflower oils in 1 L and 3 L bottles.
- The product page for Sunflower Oil 1 L lists cooking, frying and dressing as possible uses, along with frying instructions.
- Choose a bottle size to suit your consumption; don’t assume that the instructions for the 1 L product apply to another option without checking.
Marque Repère / RUSTICA
The range presented by E.Leclerc includes sunflower oils and products intended for frying.
- A choice of types and sizes lets you start by looking for an oil suited to your intended use.
- Check the product page for each oil to find out about its ingredients and instructions for use.
BELLASAN
ALDI France offers a BELLASAN frying oil in a 5 L container.
- This size is worth considering if frying makes up a large part of the way you use oil.
- Check the ingredients, frying instructions and availability of the product you’re interested in.
Oils available on Joybuy
These products are suited to different cupboard staples, from a variety of everyday dishes to frying and dressing. Compare the ingredients and instructions for each bottle against the way you’ll use it most.
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Lesieur ISIO 4, blend of four oils, 1 L
Worth considering if you want one bottle for a range of dishes, from dressings to cooking.
According to the Lesieur ISIO 4 1 L product page, the blend contains rapeseed oil (47%), sunflower oil (43%), high-oleic sunflower oil (5%) and linseed oil (5%). Check the ingredients if they matter for your recipes.
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Lesieur Sunflower Heart, sunflower oil, 1 L
A sunflower oil to consider if you’re looking for one bottle for your everyday cooking.
1 L bottle. If you plan to use it for frying, check the label for the recommended temperature and instructions on when to replace the oil.
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Lesieur Frial, frying oil, 1 L
Worth considering if you fry regularly and want to follow instructions for a specific product.
For Frial 1 L, Lesieur recommends a maximum temperature of 175 °C and replacing all the oil after 10 frying sessions. The ingredients include natural nutmeg flavouring.
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TERRA DELYSSA, organic extra virgin olive oil, 750 ml
Worth considering if dressings and the flavour of olive oil matter more to you than frying.
750 ml bottle. For cooking, check the uses and temperature guidance on the bottle.
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Chu Bang Pure Corn Oil, corn oil, 900 ml
A corn oil to consider for everyday cooking if this type of oil suits your recipes.
900 ml bottle. Before using it for frying, check the label for the recommended temperature and instructions on when to replace the oil.
Frequently asked questions
Does an oil listing 0 g of sugars qualify as “reduced sugar”?
Not necessarily: nutritional values and a claim on the packaging are two different things. The product pages we checked for Lesieur Peanut Oil 1 L and ISIO 4 1 L list 0 g of sugars per 100 g. If you’re specifically looking for a claim, check its exact wording on the product in question.
Can you use the same oil for dressings and frying?
Yes, if both uses are listed for the product you choose. The product page for Auchan Sunflower Oil 1 L lists both dressing and frying; for frying, it advises not exceeding 175 °C and replacing all the oil after 5 frying sessions.
How should you store a bottle of oil in the cupboard?
Follow the instructions on the bottle and keep it away from heat and light where the label advises this. Also choose a bottle size that suits how often you use the oil.
Can you top up used frying oil with fresh oil?
For Lesieur Frial 1 L, follow the instruction not to add fresh oil to used oil, and to replace all the oil after 10 frying sessions. Auchan’s product page for its Sunflower Oil 1 L also advises replacing all the oil, but after 5 frying sessions. Always follow the instructions for the product you have.