If you often cook with oil in small bottles, you may have noticed that there is a plastic ring under the cap of your oil bottle. While you might think that it is good to throw in the trash, find its usefulness in this article.
You have probably already noticed small plastic tabs on oil bottles several times. Maybe you even ignored them, thinking they served no purpose other than to make opening the bottle more difficult. Well, think again! These tabs have a very real use and can make your life easier in the kitchen. So, before throwing them in the trash, find out why they are worth saving.
A tongue with a dual role
The tab plays an important role in the oil preservation process. It acts as an airtight seal, preventing air from entering the inside of the bottle. Air can be harmful to oil because it can accelerate its oxidation and alter its flavor. It ensures better preservation of the oil and extends its lifespan.
Checking the quantity of oil to use
When you want to prepare a recipe that only requires a drizzle of oil, it is sometimes difficult to control the quantity that flows from the bottle. As a result, we always end up using more than we need. But thanks to the plastic tab located inside the bottle, below the cap, this problem will be quickly resolved.
In fact, the small ring allows you to partially block the spout of the bottle, and therefore to more easily control the quantity of oil to pour. This way, we can pour this liquid without losing a single drop. Quite practical, right!?
However, be careful not to press the tab too hard so as not to push it inside the bottle. To do this, simply press gently and lightly.
Avoid oil splashes and waste
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