Health-conscious people today prefer using less oil in their cooking, which is a good practice. However, sometimes one might accidentally add too much oil. Excess oil not only spoils the taste of the dish but is also harmful to health.

If you ever find yourself with too much oil in your vegetable dish, there is no need to throw the whole thing away; you can remove the excess oil using a few simple tips. Let’s explore some easy ways to reduce oil in your dish.

**The Magic of Ice Cubes**
This hack works like magic, though it is actually based on simple science: the cold temperature of the ice causes the oil to solidify. If there is excess oil in the dish, place two or three ice cubes on a ladle and gently swirl the bottom of the ladle over the surface of the gravy. The hot oil will solidify upon contact with the cold ladle and stick to its underside. You can then scrape off the solidified oil and discard it.

**Using Bread**
In this hack, bread acts like a sponge and absorbs the oil. Take a slice of bread and press it gently against the surface of the dish for a few seconds. Once the bread has absorbed the oil, remove it. Do not leave the bread in the dish for too long, or it will become soggy and start to break apart.

**Chilling in the Fridge**
If there is still time before serving, remove the dish from the heat and let it cool down slightly. Then, cover the vessel and place it in the refrigerator for 20 minutes. The cold temperature will cause the oil to solidify and form a paper-like layer on top of the dish. Use a spoon to lift off and discard this solidified layer of oil. Finally, reheat the dish before serving.

**Using Tissue Paper**
If you have added too much oil to the dish, remove it from the heat and set it aside. Next, take a piece of tissue paper, place it over the vegetable for a few seconds, and then remove it. The tissue will absorb the oil, balancing the oil content in the vegetable. Be careful not to leave the tissue on the vegetable for too long.

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