Soybean Oil Leavening

Soybean oil is a vegetable oil extracted from the seeds of the soybean plant. It is one of the most widely used cooking oils in the United States. The oil is typically produced by crushing the soybeans and then extracting the oil using solvents or mechanical pressing.

Soybean oil is used as a cooking oil and as an ingredient in many processed foods. It functions as a fat or oil, providing texture, mouthfeel, and helping to carry flavors. It is commonly found in baked goods, salad dressings, margarines, and fried foods.

Soybean oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats, which are considered healthier fat profiles than saturated fats. While generally considered healthy in moderation as part of a balanced diet, some studies have explored the effects of high intake of certain types of soybean oil, but evidence is mixed. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated soybean oil.