Salad abura is a type of cooking oil commonly used in Japanese cuisine, particularly for making salads and dressings. It is often a blend of several oils, such as sesame oil, vegetable oil, and sometimes olive oil, providing a light yet flavorful base.
Chefs use salad abura to create a variety of salad dressings, to lightly sauté vegetables, or to add a subtle, nuanced flavor to cold dishes, enhancing the overall taste while maintaining a delicate balance.