Gallo Olive Oil
Gallo Olive Oil
Gallo Olive Oil is a classic-grade olive oil with a milder flavour than extra virgin, made as an all-purpose cooking oil for sautéing, frying and roasting, supplied in a 3 L tin.
Highlights
- Pure olive oil with a mild, balanced flavour
- Milder and more heat-tolerant than extra virgin
- All-purpose oil for everyday cooking
- 3 L tin for high-use kitchens
What is Gallo Olive Oil?
A pure-grade olive oil — refined olive oil blended with some virgin olive oil — giving a lighter colour and milder taste than extra virgin. Its mellow flavour and good heat tolerance make it an all-purpose cooking oil for sautéing, frying and roasting, sitting between the neutral extra light oil and the full-flavoured extra virgin in the Gallo range.
Why Choose Gallo Olive Oil?
- Milder, more versatile flavour than extra virgin for everyday cooking
- Handles heat well for sautéing and frying
- Supplied in a 3 L tin for kitchens that go through oil
- The mid-range Gallo olive oil, between extra light and extra virgin
How Do You Use Gallo Olive Oil?
Common Uses
- Frying and shallow-frying for everyday meals
- Roasting vegetables and meats
- Everyday cooking where extra virgin would be too strong
- Light sauces and base for cooked dishes
Best Pairings
- Everyday vegetables and proteins
- Pasta and rice dishes
- Sautéed greens and aromatics
- Mild dishes that a strong oil would overpower
Nutritional Information
Per 2 tsp (10 mL)
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 80 | |
| Fat | 9 g | 12 % |
| Saturated Fat | 1 g | 5 % |
| + Trans Fat | 0 g | |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | |
| Protein | 0 g |
Not a significant source of other nutrients.
* 5 % or less is a little, 15 % or more is a lot
Ingredients
Olive oil.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gallo Olive Oil
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1. How do I use different types of olive oil?
Use extra virgin grades for finishing, dressings and dipping where the olive flavour should come through, and pure or light-tasting grades for everyday cooking, sautéing and higher-heat frying. Check the product page to see which type you have.
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2. How should I store olive oil?
Keep olive oil in a cool, dark cupboard away from heat and direct light, and reseal the cap after each use. For best flavour, use it within a few months of opening. Refrigeration is not required and can cause the oil to cloud temporarily.
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3. What sizes does Olive Oil come in?
Gallo Olive Oil is available in the following: 3 L.
Recipes Using Gallo Olive Oil
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Pasta with Chick Peas
A comforting pasta e ceci: short pasta in a rosemary-scented tomato and chick pea sauce, half of it pureed for body, …
Key Ingredients: Unico Whole Tomatoes · Gallo Olive Oil · Unico Chick Peas — No Salt Added
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Minestrone Soup
A hearty Italian vegetable soup with pancetta, white kidney beans and diced tomatoes, simmered with a bouquet garni a…
Key Ingredients: Gallo Olive Oil · Unico Diced Tomatoes · Unico Dry White Kidney Beans (Cannellini)
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Mushroom Risotto
A classic creamy risotto with sautéed mushrooms, white wine and parmesan, built the traditional way by stirring in ho…
Key Ingredients: Unico Arborio Rice · Gallo Olive Oil
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Pasta and Sundried Tomatoes
A bright, summery pasta of green beans, sweet onions and sun-dried tomatoes tossed with rotini and fresh cherry tomat…
Key Ingredients: Gallo Olive Oil · Unico Rotini
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Gallo Olive Oil for Everyday Cooking
Gallo Olive Oil is a pure-grade olive oil with a milder, more balanced flavour than extra virgin, made as an all-purpose cooking oil. It blends refined olive oil with virgin olive oil for a lighter taste and good heat tolerance, suiting it to sautéing, frying and roasting. Supplied in a 3 L tin, it is the mid-range member of the Gallo olive oil family — fuller in olive character than the neutral Extra Light Tasting oil, but milder and more heat-friendly than the Extra Virgin grade.