Food in Telangana carries the flavours of home, warmth, and everyday joy. Many recipes in our kitchens are still made the same way our parents and grandparents prepared them – simple ingredients, slow cooking, and the right cooking oil. Among these, wood-pressed groundnut oil has always had a special place.
Groundnut oil has been part of Telangana households for decades. Its light nutty aroma and balanced taste make it perfect for everyday cooking. When the oil is wood-pressed, it retains all its natural nutrients, flavour, and purity. This gives traditional dishes their real, authentic taste.
Here are some Telangana recipes that taste even better when made with SWA Wood-Pressed Groundnut Oil
1. Pachi Pulusu
A popular no-cooking rasam, Pachi Pulusu is tangy and refreshing.
Using wood-pressed groundnut oil adds a gentle flavor to the tempering, helping the spices blend naturally with tamarind water. It gives the dish a warm, homely finish.
Key Tip: Heat the oil lightly for tempering to keep the aroma intact.
2. Sarva Pindi
Sarva Pindi is a crispy and savoury rice flour pancake cooked on a flat pan.
A small spoon of groundnut oil around the edges helps it cook evenly and gives the perfect crisp golden texture. It also enhances the taste of green chillies, sesame seeds, and curry leaves used in the batter.
Why Groundnut Oil Works: It holds flavor without overpowering the dish.
3. Natu Kodi Pulusu (Country Chicken Curry)
Telangana-style chicken curry is known for its strong spices and slow cooking.
When prepared with wood-pressed groundnut oil, the gravy becomes richer and more balanced. The oil helps the masalas release their full flavor, making every bite wholesome.
Cooking Note: Use low flame to allow the spices to blend well.
4. Makka Garelu
These are deep-fried corn flour fritters, crispy on the outside and soft inside.
Wood-pressed groundnut oil has a high smoke point, which means it stays stable at high frying temperatures. This helps the fritters fry evenly without soaking too much oil.
End Result: Light, crunchy, and delicious.
5. Gutti Vankaya Curry
Stuffed brinjal curry is a Telangana classic.
The groundnut oil adds a natural depth to the roasted masala stuffing. It brings out the flavours of roasted peanuts, sesame, and coconut — a well-loved Telanganite combination.
Best Served With: Hot rice or jowar roti.
Why Choose Wood-Pressed Groundnut Oil?
- No chemicals or preservatives
- Extracted without heat — nutrients stay intact
- Natural aroma and taste
- High in healthy fats
- Suitable for everyday cooking and deep frying
SWA Oils ensures that the oil you use at home is pure, natural, and traditionally made just like it used to be.
A Taste That Feels Like Home
Traditional Telangana cooking is not just about recipes. It is about memories, family meals, and food that brings comfort. Using SWA Wood-Pressed Groundnut Oil helps preserve this original taste and keeps your cooking wholesome.
So the next time you prepare your favourite Telangana dish, try making it with wood-pressed groundnut oil you will feel the difference in every bite.