Selecting an appropriate cooking oil is one of the critical factors in a healthy lifestyle. As the gluttony grows, we have become slaves to several varieties of oils but the two oils that have been around for centuries are Coconut Oil and Mustard Oil. Both have unique health benefits, cooking versatility and cultural significance to celebrate about, but which one is better? In this article, we will definitely get the answer to the question “Coconut Oil vs Mustard Oil – Which One Is Better?”

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Understanding the Basics

Before we get into how they differ, let’s start with the origin and some basic properties of these oils:

Both oils are natural, plant-sourced and adaptable, but serve different tastes and purposes. Let’s compare their features to see which is right for you.

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Nutritional Composition: Coconut Oil vs Mustard Oil

• Calories per tablespoon: 120
• Saturated fat: 92%
• Monounsaturated fat: 6%
• Polyunsaturated fat: 2%
• Calories per tablespoon: 120
• Saturated fat: 12%
• Monounsaturated fat: 70%
• Polyunsaturated fat: 18%

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Coconut Oil vs Mustard Oil

Feature	Coconut Oil	Mustard Oil
Smoke Point	~350°F	~480°F
Flavor Profile	Mild, sweet	Bold, pungent
3Primary Fat	Saturated fats (MCTs)	Monounsaturated fats (MUFA)
Best For	Baking, frying, skincare	Deep frying, pickling, massagel
Health Benefits	Boosts metabolism, immunity	Supports heart health, reduces inflammation

Sustainability and Environmental Impact:-

Coconut oil production often takes criticism for its environmental destruction, such as deforestation and habitat loss. Sustainably sourced coconut oil circumvents these problems.

Mustard Oil production has a relatively lower environmental footprint and basically grown in local sustainable farming systems in India and South Asia.