With growing awareness around health and traditional food practices, cold-pressed oils have found their way back into Indian kitchens. However, as demand rises, so does confusion. Many products today claim to be “cold-pressed,” “wood-pressed,” or “natural,” but not all of them truly follow traditional extraction methods. Whether you are buying oil from a local store

Cold-pressed oil is not just a cooking ingredient. It is the result of a careful, deliberate journey that begins with a seed and ends in a bottle meant for everyday use. Unlike industrial oils produced through aggressive processing, cold-pressed oils follow a slower path, one shaped by traditional knowledge, patience, and respect for natural ingredients.

Indian food is incredibly diverse. The way oil is used in a South Indian tempering is very different from how it is used in North Indian frying or coastal cooking. Yet, many kitchens rely on a single oil for everything, often without considering whether it truly suits the dish being prepared. Choosing the right cooking