5 Traditional Dishes to Try Using Cold Pressed Oils

5 Traditional Dishes to Try Using Cold Pressed Oils

Cold Pressed Oils are not just a health trend — they’re rooted in India’s culinary heritage. These oils preserve nutrients, flavor, and authenticity in your food. At Sutrakart, we offer 100% wooden cold pressed oils perfect for cooking traditional Indian dishes the way our grandmothers did.

Why Choose Cold Pressed Oils for Traditional Cooking?

  • No chemicals or preservatives
  • Rich in natural antioxidants and vitamins
  • Perfect for deep frying, sautéing, and tempering
  • Enhances the aroma and taste of Indian dishes

Top 5 Traditional Indian Dishes to Make with Cold Pressed Oils

1. Pongal (Tamil Nadu)

A beloved South Indian breakfast made with rice and moong dal, tempered in cold pressed sesame oil with pepper, cumin, ginger, and curry leaves. The nutty aroma makes it truly divine.

2. Poori Bhaji (North India)

Fluffy pooris fried in cold pressed groundnut oil pair perfectly with spicy potato bhaji. This combo is a festive favorite during special occasions like weddings and poojas.

3. Aloo Fry (Andhra Style)

Simple and crispy, this spicy potato fry comes alive when cooked in cold pressed sunflower oil. Add mustard seeds, curry leaves, and garlic for that traditional Andhra flair.

4. Sambar (Tamil Nadu/Kerala)

This tangy lentil-based dish tastes best with a tadka made in cold pressed coconut oil. It elevates the flavor of mustard seeds, red chilies, and hing for an authentic finish.

5. Vegetable Pulav (Karnataka)

Aromatic basmati rice mixed with sautéed vegetables and whole spices in cold pressed groundnut or sunflower oil. A staple for festivals, school lunches, and home celebrations.

Shop the Oils Behind These Dishes

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- “Traditional Pongal with sesame oil in brass plate” - “Pooris fried in cold pressed groundnut oil” - “Andhra style aloo fry with curry leaves” - “Sambar tadka with cold pressed coconut oil” - “Veg pulav cooked in cold pressed oil”

FAQs

Are cold pressed oils good for frying traditional dishes?

Yes. Cold pressed oils like groundnut and sunflower have a high smoke point, making them suitable for deep frying poori, vada, and bhaji.

Which oil is best for Pongal or South Indian breakfasts?

Cold pressed sesame oil is traditionally used in Pongal and other South Indian tiffin items for its rich, earthy taste.

Local Delivery in Bangalore + Pan India Shipping

We deliver fresh cold pressed oils daily in Bangalore — including areas like Indiranagar, Whitefield, Jayanagar, HSR Layout, and Hebbal. Pan-India courier delivery is also available.

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