Does torch-searing add a butane taste to food?

With a properly adjusted blue flame, no. An orange or yellow flame indicates incomplete combustion and can leave off-flavors. Always use a fully blue flame and keep the torch moving to avoid any taste transfer.

What fuel is best for kitchen torches?

Butane is standard for small culinary torches. For high-power searing, MAP-Pro burns hotter than propane and produces better results. Never use MAPP gas (discontinued) substitutes not rated for your torch.

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