{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-tags-template-js","path":"/tag/cooking/","result":{"data":{"allArticle":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Article_2154-markdown","title":"Cooking With Cannabis","slug":"cooking-with-cannabis","content":"For people who want to consume marijuana but don't want to inhale it,\ncooking with the herb is a fantastic alternative. There are literally\nhundreds of ways to cook with cannabis, and consumers who learn to make\ntasty edibles in their own kitchens will enjoy experimenting with new\nrecipes for years to come. Here's an overview of what budding marijuana\nchefs need to know.\n\n**Cannabis Cooking 101**\n\nCooking with cannabis is a little more complicated than taking the\nentire plant and tossing it into brownie batter. In addition to\nproducing some unfortunate-tasting brownies nobody would want to eat,\ndoing so would also defeat the purpose of cooking with cannabis, as the\nherb needs to be processed (via heat) in order to decarboxylate and\nbecome psychoactive. Left to its own devices, the human body can't\ndigest the THC found in raw cannabis. Because of this, most [cannabis\nrecipes](https://www.hellomd.com/learn/recipes-and-diy)\nrequire a form of cannabis extract, such as cannabutter or\ncannabis-infused oil.\n\nBecause cannabis is fat-soluble (stored in fat), it must always be\ncooked with some form of fat -- like butter, an oil, or milk. This\nallows the compounds within the cannabis to release into the fat,\nmaximizing the effects of the plant and creating a better-tasting\nedible.\n\n**The Process of Decarboxylation**\n\n[Decarboxylation](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/56de6bd6c60fd50008000081/decarboxylating-marijuana-why-its-important) is the process cannabis must go through *before* being\nused for cooking, and also before being included in any form of\ncannabutter or cannabis-infused oil. Because raw cannabis contains a\nmultitude of compounds that are not psychoactive (THCA, for example), it\nmust be heated in order to change the chemical structure of the herb and\nactivate the psychoactive compounds within it.\n\nDecarboxylation is a simple process that can easily be done at home.\nMost consumers choose to decarboxylate their cannabis by laying it out\non a lined cookie sheet and baking it at low temperatures for a long\nperiod of time. At the end of the baking period, the cannabis becomes\ncrumbly and dry. At this point, it is ground in a food processor and can\nbe included in a variety of different extractions.\n\nWhile decarboxylation may seem like an added step in the journey toward\nhomemade cannabis cuisine, it's something consumers who want to cook\nwith cannabis must do in order to ensure a quality product.\n\n**Extracting Cannabis**\n\nCannabis must always be processed with heat before cooking, and there\nare several methods of doing so. The two most popular methods of\nextracting cannabis at home are by making cannabutter (cannabis-infused\nbutter) and cannabis-infused oil.\n\nWhile the THC in cannabis doesn't bind to water, it binds to fats very\nwell. This means processing the cannabis in the form of heated butter or\noil activates the psychoactive compounds within the plant, preserves the\n[terpenes](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/562948683138320006d70000/terpenes-that-augment-the-healing-power-of-cannabis)\n(the heat-sensitive oils and compounds within marijuana that give the\nplant its taste and smell), and produces a simple, tasty, and\neasy-to-use method of incorporating cannabis into a variety of meals and\ndishes. Most consumers enjoy experimenting with both cannabis-infused\noil and cannabutter, each offering ease of use and versatility.\n\n**Cannabutter**\n\nCannabutter is a favorite of cannabis consumers everywhere. Easy to use\non everything from toast to homemade cookies, cannabutter is a versatile\nmethod of extracting cannabis at home. Check out our [cannabutter\nrecipe](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/56b27915fe98a1000c000243/diy-recipe-cannabutter-or-cannabis-butter).\n\n**Cannabis-infused oil**\n\nSimple, tasty, versatile, and easy to use, cannabis-infused oil can\neasily be used as a replacement for normal cooking oil in recipes like\nbrownies and other baked goods. It can also be used in things like salad\ndressings and garnishes. See our [recipe for marijuana-infused\noil](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5a34777c100a820006562f0a/diy-recipe-marijuana-infused-cooking-oil).\n\n**Measuring Cannabis for Cooking**\n\nOne of the biggest struggles home cannabis cooks face is accurately\nmeasuring the amount of marijuana to include in a recipe. Homemade\nedibles that contain too much cannabis produce an uncomfortable high,\nwhile homemade edibles that don't contain enough cannabis are simply\ndisappointing. Fortunately, it's easy to calculate cannabis levels\ncorrectly by using a simple guide.\n\nAs a general rule, 1 teaspoon of cannabis butter or cannabis-infused oil\ncontains 10 milligrams of cannabis, which is a good introductory serving\n(people who have never used cannabis before will be more comfortable\naround 5 milligrams per serving). If the consumer would like to alter\nthe serving size as they become more experienced with homemade edibles,\nthey should be sure to start off slowly and move up gradually.\n\n**What to Expect From Cannabis Edibles**\n\nConsumers who have never eaten marijuana before are often shocked by how\ndifferent the effects can be from smoking. In addition to producing a\ndifferent high, consuming edibles produces effects that last [much longer\nthan they would](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/56bd2f8ffe78ef000c0000a5/marijuana-edibles-vs-flowers) after inhalation. Here are some general guidelines about\nwhat to expect from homemade edibles:\n\n-   Effects of the edibles are generally felt within 30 minutes to three\n    hours after consumption of the edible.\n-   Effects usually begin with relaxation and may become a \"head high,\"\n    depending upon which strain of marijuana the consumer is using.\n-   People who do not enjoy the effects of edibles can drink citrus\n    fruit juice (such as orange or grapefruit) or consume a\n    [high-CBD](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/56b4fec6ea6a2d000c000077/high-cbd-marijuana-strains)\n    product to calm the effects.\n\nCooking with cannabis is a fantastic way for consumers to expand their\ntoolbox of marijuana tricks and create some tasty, unique edibles at\nhome. From brownies to salad dressings and everything in between,\nthere's no question that cooking with cannabis is a skill every\nmarijuana aficionado should master.\n\nSome simple and popular recipes include:\n\n- [Coconut Oil](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/56d69dde22efe4000b00004c/how-to-make-marijuana-coconut-oil-recipe)\n- [Sugar Cookies](https://hellomd.com/health-wellness/56f5a089f873bb0008000010/diy-recipe-cannabis-infused-sugar-cookies)\n- [Fire Crackers](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/56de6921c60fd5000c00007d/marijuana-fire-crackers-recipe)\n- [Chocolate Chip Cookies](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/56dd799696763100080000b4/marijuana-chocolate-chip-cookies-recipe)\n- [Garlic Bread](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/56dbb8d7cdbd0a000c0000ac/cheesy-marijuana-garlic-bread-recipe)\n- [Brownies](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/56ce39abde99bd000c0000bb/how-to-make-marijuana-brownies-recipe)\n- [Cannabis Infused Tea](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/56b946413c7953000800007d/diy-recipe-marijuana-infused-tea)\n- [Cannabutter](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/56b27915fe98a1000c000243/diy-recipe-cannabutter-or-cannabis-butter)\n- [Cannabis Infused Oil](https://hellomd.com/health-wellness/56b3979094aec0000c000043/diy-how-to-make-cannabis-infused-cooking-oil)\n\n\n[Photo Credit](https://www.flickr.com/photos/42954113@N00/5711890071/in/photolist-3G984z-q278BB-rnryRn-8ytHbH-ja25Li-5TZpxZ-7ANMA-amp2Sm-4z9qH4-77SLK1-amp4aL-9GJVVi-ammeQZ-9mowhT-7mc14U-472faG-apPgDq-8gUnB-5cazqp-nAusb-75N1TP-qtuzP9-oPNwHr-4HSXga-74Xit-9NqeZu-veDPq-5FNH6C-9BY99b-9sgKiH-4jQ775-e52n4L-9GSExz-b6rHvi-7pW2g8-9xRVSv-4zW5nF-oDywoe-7oXv6H-7pW2rK-4YuCHB-amp5cf-7LJmdV-dsSoNu-akM31Z-amp2zA-ammgHe-75N23i-amkFEu-5RSoWt)","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/png;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.5384615384615385,"src":"/static/e9efb9ed57feee0803657262edd03330/ee604/1e3ca08154df7642b36050da41ccd227.png","srcSet":"/static/e9efb9ed57feee0803657262edd03330/69585/1e3ca08154df7642b36050da41ccd227.png 200w,\n/static/e9efb9ed57feee0803657262edd03330/497c6/1e3ca08154df7642b36050da41ccd227.png 400w,\n/static/e9efb9ed57feee0803657262edd03330/ee604/1e3ca08154df7642b36050da41ccd227.png 800w,\n/static/e9efb9ed57feee0803657262edd03330/86756/1e3ca08154df7642b36050da41ccd227.png 997w","srcWebp":"/static/e9efb9ed57feee0803657262edd03330/58556/1e3ca08154df7642b36050da41ccd227.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/e9efb9ed57feee0803657262edd03330/61e93/1e3ca08154df7642b36050da41ccd227.webp 200w,\n/static/e9efb9ed57feee0803657262edd03330/1f5c5/1e3ca08154df7642b36050da41ccd227.webp 400w,\n/static/e9efb9ed57feee0803657262edd03330/58556/1e3ca08154df7642b36050da41ccd227.webp 800w,\n/static/e9efb9ed57feee0803657262edd03330/a2a2c/1e3ca08154df7642b36050da41ccd227.webp 997w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Article_2043-markdown","title":"DIY: How to Make Cannabis-Infused Cooking Oil","slug":"diy-how-to-make-cannabis-infused-cooking-oil","content":"Cooking with cannabis-infused oil is a great way to consume medical\r\nmarijuana. Eating cannabis rather than inhaling it produces\r\nlonger-lasting effects—anywhere from six to eight hours—with a gradual onset. This means you may be able\r\nto take a single dose that lasts all day. And if you experience\r\npsychoactive effects from your medical marijuana, cooking with a little bit of cannabis oil\r\nmay help you function better compared to when you inhale it.\r\n\r\nLet's take a\r\nlook at how to make cannabis-infused cooking oil. This versatile oil can be used for\r\nbaking, sautéing or frying, or in a salad dressing.\r\n\r\nFOLLOW US ON [FACEBOOK](https://www.facebook.com/pg/hellomdcompany/posts/) & [INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/hellomd_com/?hl=en)\r\n\r\n### Ingredients for Cannabis Cooking Oil\r\n\r\n* To make your cannabis-infused cooking oil, you'll need some form of cannabis, which could be flower, leaf or trim.\r\n* You'll also need to choose an oil with a high-fat content; the highest-fat oils are most\r\neffective at activating the THC in medical marijuana. Olive oil and\r\ncoconut oil are both good choices, although canola oil is an inexpensive\r\nalternative.\r\n\r\n### Equipment for Cannabis Cooking Oil\r\n\r\nHere’s what you'll need to make the cannabis-infused cooking oil:\r\n\r\n* a strainer with holes small enough to remove cannabis stems\r\nand other plant parts from the finished product. \r\n* a coffee grinder, blender or food processor to prepare the cannabis\r\n* a saucepan, double boiler or slow cooker to produce the infused oil\r\n\r\n### Step-by-Step Instructions to How to Make Your Cannabis Cooking Oil\r\n\r\n1. Begin by grinding the cannabis in your coffee grinder, blender or\r\nfood processor. You can use just the flower, which is the part that\r\nproduces most of the medical effects of cannabis, or you can include the\r\nrest of the plant to enhance the flavor.\r\n\r\n2. Measure out your ingredients. In general, a 2:1 volume ratio of oil\r\nto cannabis works well. However, you may need to tweak this ratio\r\ndepending on the potency of your cannabis.\r\n\r\n3. Heat the cannabis and the oil together on low to activate the tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in the flower. Allow for a long heating time to let the activation process occur without\r\nscorching the active ingredients. If you use a saucepan, you'll need to\r\napply low heat for at least 3 hours. Although using a saucepan is\r\nthe quickest way to prepare cannabis-infused oil, make sure to stir\r\nfrequently to spread the heat evenly through the liquid and prevent\r\nscorching. Alternatively, you can put the oil and cannabis mixture in a\r\ncrockpot or slow cooker on a low setting for up to 3 days, or heat\r\nit in a double boiler for around 8 hours.\r\n\r\n4. Strain the oil. Passing the oil through a strainer removes fibrous\r\nparts of the marijuana plant material, leaving you with a smooth oil that you can\r\nuse as a salad dressing or for cooking. You can use the leftover plant\r\nparts for other recipes if you want, or simply discard them.\r\n\r\n5. Store the cannabis cooking oil. Pour it into a sealed container and store it in your\r\nlarder or food cupboard. Your homemade cannabis oil should last for at\r\nleast two months, but you can extend its shelf life by keeping it in the\r\nrefrigerator.\r\n\r\nRELATED: [DIY RECIPE: CANNABIS-INFUSED PUMPKIN SEED PESTO](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/5aa18c30f24d1300077ccb7f/diy-recipe-vegan-cannabis-infused-pumpkin-seed-pesto)\r\n\r\n### Using Cannabis-Infused Oil in Cooking\r\n\r\nCannabis-infused oil is best used when cooking over low heat. Overheating\r\nthe oil can scorch it, so stick to gentle sautéing or use the oil as a\r\nflavorsome dressing for salads and bread. Remember to pay attention to\r\nthe amount of cannabis-infused cooking oil you consume each day, so you receive\r\na suitable dose to meet your health needs.\r\n\r\nPhoto credit: [Viking Homechef Cooking School](https://www.flickr.com/photos/45688285@N00/102375393/in/photolist-a3GCZ-GFUHi-uCLmuz-5UCUHR-qnrcz4-DRXPR-9ubqD-61rqdy-d7gtG-9j2kU1-jti2vG-mNeJDj-n4nAdA-9oo3uh-pv658z-4tiNTC-5LrgDL-5Ln4WZ-4bgGS8-48AqJn-9d4zrV-6X8njr-4teKTR-4teKER-qapqkF-81YkwK-qrQVZF-y7uDV-8XMPZC-52jz1p-3ajPow-5x5kAg-qpyR5f-6HinA4-5XDytz-4XpfTi-jQkx3r-8RuoA-vRGJR6-8Lj6Qw-7yHDNz-bWwjQN-buLpqr-67X6Yr-3YekSH-8GsZGy-5xN1Na-4nzqHn-c68WD-4Fmv93)\r\n\r\nIf you're new to cannabis and want to learn more, take a look at our [Cannabis 101](https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/56201c206430320006bb0000/cannabis-101-your-quick-guide-to-medical-marijuana) post. [HelloMD](https://www.hellomd.com/) can help you get your medical marijuana recommendation; it's 100% online, private and efficient.","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/png;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3888888888888888,"src":"/static/d50b0e40cf9a0ccd3ad37450dba8bfd7/ee604/798e8d9e233665134d610e0ea25ff0f7.png","srcSet":"/static/d50b0e40cf9a0ccd3ad37450dba8bfd7/69585/798e8d9e233665134d610e0ea25ff0f7.png 200w,\n/static/d50b0e40cf9a0ccd3ad37450dba8bfd7/497c6/798e8d9e233665134d610e0ea25ff0f7.png 400w,\n/static/d50b0e40cf9a0ccd3ad37450dba8bfd7/ee604/798e8d9e233665134d610e0ea25ff0f7.png 800w,\n/static/d50b0e40cf9a0ccd3ad37450dba8bfd7/b6c9d/798e8d9e233665134d610e0ea25ff0f7.png 870w","srcWebp":"/static/d50b0e40cf9a0ccd3ad37450dba8bfd7/58556/798e8d9e233665134d610e0ea25ff0f7.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/d50b0e40cf9a0ccd3ad37450dba8bfd7/61e93/798e8d9e233665134d610e0ea25ff0f7.webp 200w,\n/static/d50b0e40cf9a0ccd3ad37450dba8bfd7/1f5c5/798e8d9e233665134d610e0ea25ff0f7.webp 400w,\n/static/d50b0e40cf9a0ccd3ad37450dba8bfd7/58556/798e8d9e233665134d610e0ea25ff0f7.webp 800w,\n/static/d50b0e40cf9a0ccd3ad37450dba8bfd7/83441/798e8d9e233665134d610e0ea25ff0f7.webp 870w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":0,"numPages":1,"currentPage":1,"id":5152,"name":"Cooking","slug":"cooking","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}