Cooking with Cannabis Oil: Tips and Recipes

Cooking with cannabis oil is a fantastic way to incorporate the benefits of THC and CBD into your meals. Whether you're looking to make a savory dish or a sweet treat, cannabis oil can be a versatile and potent ingredient. Here are some essential tips and recipes to help you get started with cooking cannabis-infused meals.

Tips for Cooking with Cannabis Oil

1. Decarboxylate Your Cannabis

Decarboxylation is the process of activating the THC and CBD in cannabis. To decarboxylate, grind your cannabis and bake it in the oven at 240°F (115°C) for about 30-40 minutes before infusing it into oil.

2. Infuse the Oil Properly

To infuse cannabis into oil, heat your oil of choice with decarboxylated cannabis on low heat for a few hours. Strain the mixture to remove plant material, leaving you with potent cannabis-infused oil.

3. Choose the Right Oil

Different oils have different flavors and smoke points. Olive oil, coconut oil, and butter are popular choices for cannabis infusion. Choose the oil that best fits your recipe and taste preference.

4. Start with Low Doses

When cooking with cannabis oil, start with a low dose to gauge your tolerance. A good starting point is 5-10mg of THC per serving. You can always increase the dose in future recipes as needed.

5. Mix Thoroughly

Ensure that the cannabis-infused oil is evenly mixed into your recipe for consistent dosing in each serving.

Easy Cannabis-Infused Recipes

1. Cannabis-Infused Guacamole

• 2 ripe avocados
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 ripe tomato, chopped
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1 tbsp cannabis-infused olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions: Mash the avocados in a bowl. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped tomato. Stir in the lime juice and cannabis-infused olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with tortilla chips.

2. Cannabis-Infused Chocolate Chip Cookies

• 1 cup cannabis-infused butter
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 1/4 cups flour
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 cups chocolate chips

Instructions: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cream the cannabis-infused butter and sugars together. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and mix well. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir in the chocolate chips. Drop by spoonfuls onto a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.

3. Cannabis-Infused Pesto Pasta

• 2 cups fresh basil leaves
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup pine nuts
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/2 cup cannabis-infused olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 lb pasta of your choice

Instructions: Cook the pasta according to package instructions. In a food processor, combine the basil, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, and garlic. Blend until smooth. With the processor running, slowly add the cannabis-infused olive oil until fully combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss the pesto with the cooked pasta and serve.

Recommended Cannabis Oils for Cooking

Here are some high-quality cannabis oils from Ashario Cannabis that are perfect for cooking:

1. Tweed – Bakerstreet Distilled Oil

This THC oil is great for infusing into butter or olive oil for your savory recipes.

2. Pure Sunfarms – CBD Oil

For those preferring CBD, this Pure Sunfarms CBD Oil is an excellent choice for creating therapeutic, non-psychoactive meals.

3. Redecan – 1:1 Oil

Redecan 1:1 Oil offers a balanced ratio of THC and CBD, making it versatile for various recipes.

Conclusion

Cooking with cannabis oil is a fun and creative way to enjoy the benefits of THC and CBD. By following these tips and trying out the easy recipes provided, you can create delicious cannabis-infused meals at home. Visit Ashario Cannabis for all your cannabis oil needs and start your culinary adventure today.

Ashario Cannabis Locations

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Ashario Centerpoint Mall

• 6464 Yonge St. Unit #187 North York, ON M2M 3X4 (Mall Entrance 1)
• Contact: (416) 477 9333

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• 1111A Finch Ave. West Unit #1 North York, ON M3J 2P7
• Contact: (647) 368 7722

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• 15114 Yonge St. Aurora, ON L4G 1M2
• Contact: (905) 503 6770