Do Oil Calories Cook Off? The Definitive Guide to Frying and Fat
                                
                                
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                                A single tablespoon of cooking oil contains approximately 120 calories, and despite a common belief, these calories do not simply burn or evaporate away during the cooking process. The question, 'do oil calories cook off?', is a widespread misconception that overlooks the complex physics of frying and oil absorption.