Culinary Argan Oil for Food, Eating and Health
Culinary Argan Oil is a type of Argan Oil which is edible.
To make Argan Oil for eating and cooking, we toast the nut kernels before pressing. This process gives the oil a golden colour and unique nutty flavour.
In Morocco, we use it for cooking, eating and also as a dietary supplement for its many health benefits.
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What is Culinary Argan Oil?
Culinary Argan Oil is a food oil made for eating, cooking and is also used as a dietary supplement for its many health benefits.
To make Argan Oil for eating, we extract the oil-rich Argan kernels from the hard Argan nuts. Next, we toast the white Argan nut kernels before the final cold-pressing.
An authentic Culinary Argan Oil prepared for eating, cooking or use as a dietary supplement should have a golden brown colour, toasted nutty aroma and delicious nutty taste.
This toasting process is the difference between food-grade Argan Oil, which is edible, and cosmetic Argan Oil. Consequently, you can cook with culinary Argan Oil but the toasting process makes it unsuitable for cosmetic use.
Culinary Argan Oil is also a super-healthy, Ecocert and USDA certified organic, edible oil. Moreover, it contains a wide range of healthy nutrients as well having a great flavour.
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Cooking, Eating & Recipes
Culinary Argan Oil has a very versatile flavour and is used to create many types of food including…
- Salad Dressings
- Nutty Salsas
- Creamy, Spicy Sauces
- Grilled Fish
- Rich Toasted Goat Cheese Salads
- Dried Fruit Recipes
- Roasted Vegetables
- Biscuits and Brownies
- Desert Pasta Dishes
- Spreads and Ice Cream Toppings
In Moroccan cuisine, Culinary Argan Oil is prized for its rich, toasted, and nutty flavor profile. Therefore, we typically reserve it for dishes that benefit from its unique taste, texture, and aroma.
While it’s not commonly used for high-temperature cooking or frying due to its delicate flavor, Culinary Argan Oil shines in medium-heat applications. For example, you can use it to pan-fry ingredients, sauté onions, or add depth to chicken seasoned with spices.
In addition, this versatile oil elevates both sweet and savory dishes, imparting a distinct nuttiness and richness. It’s perfect for crafting flavorful salad dressings, enhancing sauces, drizzling over dishes like roasted peppers, or adding depth to soups, roasts, and tagines.
Moreover, Culinary Argan Oil lends itself to creating indulgent sweet sauces or toppings. Whether it’s poured over grilled goat cheese with almonds, blended with honey for a delightful breakfast spread, or mixed with melted chocolate or cream for a unique ice cream topping, its versatility knows no bounds.
Finally, in Moroccan culinary tradition, one of the most cherished ways to enjoy Culinary Argan Oil is by simply dipping bread into the oil and savoring its flavor.
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Due to a very poor harvest this year, there is only a limited supply of culinary argan oil. We are currently out of stock and awaiting confirmation of when it will be available again. You can reserve stock by placing a back-order — orders will be fulfilled on a first-come, first-served basis. Unfortunately, the next pressings are expected to cost over 20% more, on top of a 20% price increase in August — a total rise of around 90% over the past 18 months. Although we have done our best to maintain prices, this, together with a 15% increase in import costs, has left us with no choice but to raise prices.The Benefits for Health
Many studies now confirm that Culinary Argan Oil could be of value in treating symptoms of some difficult health problems.
The oil comprises a complex of antioxidants, fatty acids, Beta Amyrine, Butyrospermol, Lupenol, plant sterols and other powerful bio-active nutrients.
Indeed, when you consume these nutrients as a supplement or add them to food when cooking, they have been proven to have strong health benefits for the treatment of many common health problems such as:
Two Types of Culinary Argan Oil
You should always use toasted, culinary Argan Oil for a dietary supplement. Cosmetic Argan Oil is quite safe to eat but does not have the same properties. This is because the toasting process brings out certain health properties from the Argan Nut Kernels.
You should also be aware that in Morocco we produce two slightly different types of Culinary Argan Oil. Firstly, one is used for dipping and eating with bread. This type of culinary Argan Oil has a stronger, more toasted bitter flavour and may be darker in colour.
However, the stronger toasting process reduces the healthy properties of the oil a little and can leave it a little bitter for cooking with. **Alternatively,** the other type we toast less.
Secondly, the other type we toast less is more suitable for use in cooking as it has a milder, creamy and nutty flavour without bitterness.
To make this superior grade of oil, we expertly toast the nut kernels at just the right temperature and for the right length of time to allow the taste, aroma and colour to develop without compromising the nutritional value or reducing the vitamin E content. [1]
This is the best type of culinary Argan Oil to use as a health supplement and for cooking. Furthermore, it is currently the only grade that we stock.
You will find detailed explanations of the health benefits of using culinary Argan Oil in our separate, in-depth articles.
Nutritional Information
This table shows full dietary information.
It contains details of energy in calories ( kcal ), fat content, carbohydrate, sugars, protein and salt. Figures are given for a single 15ml Tablespoon – the typical daily dose used in studies.
This nutritional information can be used in planning your balanced diet.
| Serving Size: 1 Tablespoon | 14ml | 0.51 fl oz |
| Saturated Fats: Palmitic Acid 12.5% Stearic Acid 5.8% |
2.7 g | 0.094 oz |
| Poly Unsaturated Fats: Linoleic Acid 34% |
5.0 g | 0.18 oz |
| Mono Unsaturated Fats: Oleic Acid 45% |
6.3 g | 0.22 oz |
| Total Fat | 13 g | 0.46 oz |
| Total Carbs | 0g | 0 oz |
| Total Protein | 0g | 0 oz |
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Culinary Argan Oil 14.47 fl oz
Toasted Argan Oil for Cooking & Dietary Supplement
- 100% Pure Oil
- Certified Organic
- In Stock
- Quality Guarantee
- Free USPS 5-7 Day Tracked Shipping to U.S.
Now $79.18
Due to a very poor harvest this year, there is only a limited supply of culinary argan oil. We are currently out of stock and awaiting confirmation of when it will be available again. You can reserve stock by placing a back-order — orders will be fulfilled on a first-come, first-served basis. Unfortunately, the next pressings are expected to cost over 20% more, on top of a 20% price increase in August — a total rise of around 90% over the past 18 months. Although we have done our best to maintain prices, this, together with a 15% increase in import costs, has left us with no choice but to raise prices.Click below to visit our online store and see our full range of natural Moroccan Oil products.