Here’s What Pull Tabs on Oil Bottles Are For

Olive oil is a fantastic ingredient with numerous health benefits, and many people use it regularly in their cooking. But did you know that you might be using the bottle caps incorrectly? This article explores a simple trick to make the most of those often-discarded pull tabs.

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When you first open a new bottle of olive oil, the usual process involves removing the cap, tossing the small plastic cover beneath it, and discarding it. However, there’s a more efficient way to use these caps that you might find surprisingly useful.

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The Olive Oil Bottle Cap Hack

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Once the plastic cover is removed from the bottle, you might find that the opening is too large for precise pouring. This makes it challenging to dispense just a splash or a drizzle of oil, especially when you only need a small amount.

Here’s where the plastic cover comes into play. A recent TikTok video by user @chaldomom demonstrated an effective hack for olive oil bottles.

The Hack:

 

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