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Carbone's Seed Oil Usage:
Carbone's menu has several items containing seed oils. Specifically:
- Canola oil is used in the fryer for dishes like calamari and veal parmesan.
- Sunflower seed oil is used in the chili that flavors the spicy rigatoni.
- Grapeseed oil is used in desserts such as the carrot cake and chocolate hazelnut praline.
However, there are some seed oil-free options:
- Caesar salad can be made with olive oil instead of seed oils.
- Olive oil is used in the pasta dishes.
Dine With Caution:
While Carbone does offer some respite from seed oils with certain dishes, most of the menu still incorporates seed oils. It's important to communicate with the kitchen and customize your order accordingly. For example, sticking to pan-seared meats and unseasoned vegetables can help avoid seed oils.
Seed Oil Scout’s Verdict: Dine Cautiously at Carbone:
While Carbone is willing to accommodate diners avoiding seed oils, the overall menu requires careful navigation. Staying informed and using apps like Seed Oil Scout can help diners maintain their health-conscious choices even in upscale dining settings.