Traditional niger seed oil with a distinct nutty character. Sourced directly from farmers.
Niger seeds, known as verri nuvvulu in Telugu, are bull-pressed into a nutty oil used in traditional Andhra and Karnataka cooking. A rare, old-style oil that is hard to find fresh. We source seeds directly from farmers, ensuring freshness and quality at every step. Use for everyday cooking, tempering, and finishing. Keeps well in cool storage due to natural antioxidants.
Benefits
- Distinct nutty flavor from a heritage oilseed
- Naturally rich in linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid
- Rare oil, freshly pressed in small batches
- Natural preservatives mean longer shelf life without chemical additives
- Cold-pressed process retains the seed's natural flavor compounds
- Wooden Ghani pressing is a slow, cold-extraction method that preserves the seed
- Low-heat pressing means no damage to delicate oils and nutrients
- Zero refining, bleaching, or deodorizing retains authentic seed flavor
- Traditional method cannot be replicated by modern machinery
Ingredients
Niger seed oil
Process
Bull-pressed in small batches using the traditional wooden Ghani. Slow, low-heat pressing with no chemicals and no refining.
Niger seed oil