Olive Oil and Deep frying - USDA recommendations

With newly published guidelines, the USDA has officially laid to rest one of the most persistent myths about olive oil; namely that it should not be used for frying. The new guidelines include olive oil on the list of preferred cooking oils and reflect the latest research on the health benefits of cooking with olive oil at higher temperatures. 

https://www.aboutoliveoil.org/usda-recommends-olive-oil-for-deep-frying