Speiseöl

cooking oil; edible oil

noun SHPY-zeh-oel Rare

Usage Note

Speiseöl is the generic term for any edible plant oil used in cooking. German kitchens commonly use Rapsöl (rapeseed oil) for frying and Olivenöl for dressings; Speiseöl on a label typically indicates refined rapeseed or sunflower oil.

Examples

"Zum Braten verwendet sie immer Rapsöl als Speiseöl."

Natural Translation

She always uses rapeseed oil as cooking oil for frying.

Literal Translation

For frying uses she always rapeseed oil as edible oil.

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