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Why can't low fat spreads not be used for roasting or frying ?

Low fat spreads contain normally between 30 and 50% fat. Although the fat is identical to butter or margarine (80% fat), the water content is too high. Heating low fat spreads will cause the water to boil vigourously, resulting in hot fat droplets splattering around.