La Tourangelle Toasted Sesame and Avocado Oils | Natural Oils for Cooking and Skin Care

La Tourangelle Toasted Sesame Oil offers a rich, deep, and delicious flavor, crafted entirely from high-quality sesame seeds sourced from South America or Africa. This oil is purely all-natural and meticulously handcrafted through an expeller-pressing technique. The process involves toasting the sesame seeds at low temperatures before extracting the oil, which undergoes extensive filtration before being bottled. The end product is a deep amber oil that boasts a pronounced, subtly toasted flavor.

For centuries, sesame oil has served as a staple cooking medium across Asia, lending its distinctive taste to various regional cuisines. In both Chinese and Korean cooking, it serves as a flavor enhancer in cooked dishes, while the Japanese often incorporate about 10% toasted sesame oil into the oil used for frying tempura, yielding a rich background flavor. In American kitchens, this oil is perfect for infusing Asian-inspired stir-fries or noodle dishes, and it makes an excellent marinade for meats or fish. Additionally, a dressing made from sesame oil, rice vinegar, freshly grated ginger, and mustard complements any assortment of salad greens beautifully.

The use of sesame oil dates back over 600 years before Christ when it was utilized by the Assyrians. This ancient ingredient was quite costly, and by a century later in Persia, only the wealthy could afford it. Its applications extend beyond the kitchen, as it remains a traditional medicine in India and is employed as a massage oil in Ayurvedic practices. With low levels of saturated fatty acids and a high content of unsaturated fatty acids, sesame oil is recognized as a healthful choice. La Tourangelle remains one of the few oil mills preserving the time-honored French tradition of roasting and pressing nut kernels to create delectable oils. As a family-owned company, our commitment to oil production is rooted in passion, integrity, and pride, striving to be the finest artisan oil producer dedicated to crafting sustainable, natural products.

Similarly, La Tourangelle Avocado Oil is a testament to artisan quality, being 100% pure and handcrafted from premier avocados. The oil is processed using equipment akin to that used for extra virgin olive oil. The avocado pulp is expeller-pressed, typically in a centrifuge, followed by light filtration and polishing with another centrifuge. Remarkably, it takes 15–20 avocados to produce just one 250 ml (8-ounce) tin of oil. The outcome is a vibrant emerald-green oil rich in monounsaturated fats, imparting a delightful, light fruity flavor to a wide array of dishes.

Just like La Tourangelle's other oils, the avocado oil contains oleic acid, a beneficial monounsaturated fat that may help lower cholesterol levels. Research indicates that individuals consuming a diet rich in avocados demonstrate health benefits, including reduced total and LDL cholesterol levels, alongside an increase in beneficial HDL cholesterol after just a few days of dietary inclusion. The purity of La Tourangelle Avocado Oil also makes it ideal for skin and hair moisturization due to its quick absorption and lightweight nature.

With a complex flavor profile, La Tourangelle's toasted sesame oil excels in stir-fries, noodles, or marinades, while the avocado oil adds a delicious fruity nuance to dressings, grilled meats, or pasta dishes. Our sustainable, artisan-made oils not only enhance gourmet meals but also elevate everyday cooking experiences, making them accessible to both professional chefs and novice home cooks. Additionally, after a shower, the versatile avocado oil can easily be applied to moisturize skin and hair, ensuring overall well-being.

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