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"Mr. Joseph Littleshoes Esq." > wrote:

> Omelet wrote:
> > I also still use grapeseed for steaks. I prefer the flavor for that
> > specific use!
>
> Amen & hava nagila! to that!
>
> I don't know how or why, but grape seed oil & steaks ..... grilled,
> broiled or sautéed ..... imparts a wonderful flavor to the beef.

Agreed. :-)
Grapeseed is so light and, to me, ever so slightly sweet.

>
> I have found the flavor is not lost by stewing or braising if the meat
> is first browned in grape seed oil and then set to slow cook. It
> imparts its wonderful flavor to the stew or braising liquid.

I'll have to try that, thanks. Grapeseed is slightly lower in price than
Olive so it's affordable around here.
>
> Works well for a vinaigrette but not as a marinade, even for beef, for
> some reason if i combine the grape seed oil with vinegar (even fruit
> vinegar's) or citric juices and various seasonings like garlic & ginger
> it seems to make no noticeable improvement.

If I'm going to use oil in a marinade, it's usually Olive oil.
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