Sesame oil has long been used in many civilizations, especially those centered in Asia. The reason is clear; the countless properties and benefits of sesame in food and medical uses!
Today, despite the great variety of edible oils, sesame oil consumption continues to increase. The presence of essential fatty acids and antioxidants are just a few of the more well-known properties of sesame oil and other sesame products.
Next, we intend to get acquainted with a relatively new concept of sesame oil, namely cold-pressed sesame oil.
What is cold-pressed sesame oil?
Sesame oil generally has different types. Dark sesame oil, light sesame oil, organic sesame oil, cold-pressed sesame oil, and refined sesame oil are some examples of sesame oil types. The only difference between these oils is in their extraction method and quality.
Cold-pressed sesame oil is an oil that is obtained from sesame seeds by applying pressure at low temperatures, without using heat, and using mechanical extraction devices (such as presses). The purpose of this method is to separate suspended particles. This process is carried out in a way that does not change the nutritional properties or the nature of the oil. Purification of this type of oil is carried out by methods such as washing with water, settling, filtering, and centrifugation.
What are the benefits of cold-pressed sesame oil?
As we said earlier, the only difference between cold-pressed sesame oil and other sesame oils is its preparation and production method. It has no other specific differences from other types of sesame oils, and in terms of having all the properties and benefits, it is the same as other sesame oils. However, the best method of extracting oil from sesame seeds is the cold-press method, which after the filtering process produces a completely pure and transparent oil that is of very high quality and can be used directly. This oil, which is sold as virgin or extra virgin sesame oil, has a light yellow color and has a good smell and taste. One of the properties of cold-pressed sesame oil is the abundant vitamin E present in this oil, which gives it antioxidant properties. Other antioxidant compounds present in cold-pressed sesame oil include sesamin, sesamolin, and phytosterol, which help the oil resist oxidation.
The presence of about 80% unsaturated fatty acids, including omega-6 and omega-9, is another property of cold-pressed sesame oil that helps control blood pressure. Linoleic acid is one of the main fatty acids in sesame oil, which plays a role in building cell membranes, transporting cholesterol, and rapid clot formation during bleeding.
Cold-pressed sesame oil, like other types of oils, including refined sesame oil, mixed sesame and canola oil, and clear frying oil containing sesame oil, is an example of the sesame oil group that has been produced and marketed by the Oghab Halva Factory for years with the same quality. Given the benefits mentioned, you can include Oghab Cold-pressed Sesame Oil in quantities of 500 and 250 milliliters in your food basket.