Buy Worth2Deal Kerala Sesame Oil Online — Pure Cold Pressed Nallenna, Til Oil, 300ml
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Worth2Deal Kerala Sesame Oil is pure cold pressed nallenna — made from carefully selected sesame seeds, extracted without heat or chemical refining, and packed in Malappuram, Kerala. Known as nallenna in Malayalam, gingelly oil in English, and til ka tel in Hindi, this is the foundational oil of Kerala's Ayurvedic tradition and everyday kitchen — used for cooking, oil pulling, body massage, hair care, and traditional lamp lighting. Available in a 300ml food-grade bottle with free delivery anywhere in India.
What Is Kerala Nallenna — The Oil Kerala Has Used for Everything
Nallenna — the Malayalam word for sesame oil — literally translates to "good oil." The name itself tells you everything about how Kerala has regarded sesame oil for thousands of years. Not just a cooking oil. Not just a beauty oil. A foundational wellness substance that appears in Ayurvedic texts, in grandmother's kitchen, in the traditional morning routine, and in the brass lamp that burns in Kerala homes during prayer.
Sesame oil is derived from sesame seeds — known as ellu in Malayalam, til in Hindi, and gingelly in older English usage. The oil is one of the oldest vegetable oils used by human civilisations — records of its use in Indian cooking and medicine go back over 5,000 years. In Kerala's Ayurvedic tradition, sesame oil is considered the base oil of choice — used as the carrier for therapeutic herbs, as the oil for abhyanga (self-massage), as the vehicle for oil pulling (kavala), and as the foundation of countless traditional hair preparations.
What makes Kerala nallenna distinct from the sesame oils sold in most modern Indian supermarkets is the extraction method and the seed quality. Traditional Kerala nallenna is cold pressed — extracted without heat, which preserves the full flavour, aroma, and nutritional integrity of the sesame seed. Commercially refined sesame oils are heat-extracted and chemically deodorised — they look cleaner and have a longer shelf life, but they lose the depth of flavour and the natural compounds that make sesame oil genuinely valuable.
Worth2Deal sources sesame seeds from carefully selected suppliers and cold presses them to produce a nallenna that is as close as possible to the oil that Kerala kitchens and Ayurvedic practitioners have trusted for generations.
Cold Pressed vs Regular Sesame Oil — Why the Extraction Method Matters
Most sesame oils available in Indian supermarkets and online marketplaces are heat-extracted — the seeds are heated at high temperatures before pressing, which increases oil yield but destroys a significant portion of the natural compounds in the seed. The resulting oil is then chemically bleached, deodorised, and refined to produce a neutral, odourless product.
Cold pressed sesame oil — the traditional method — presses the seeds at low temperature without pre-heating. This preserves:
The natural flavour — the characteristic warm, nutty, slightly smoky depth of sesame that makes Kerala cooking distinctively aromatic. Refined sesame oil has almost no flavour. Cold pressed nallenna has the full flavour that Kerala recipes are built around.
The natural colour — cold pressed sesame oil is a warm amber-golden colour. Refined sesame oil is pale or colourless. The colour is a visual marker of an unrefined oil.
The natural aroma — the distinctive earthy, roasted sesame fragrance that fills a Kerala kitchen when nallenna is added to a curry. Refined oil is odourless.
The natural lignan content — sesame seeds contain sesamol, sesamin, and sesamolin — natural lignans with antioxidant properties. Cold pressing retains these compounds. Heat extraction degrades them significantly.
Cold Pressed Nallenna | Refined Sesame Oil | |
|---|---|---|
| Extraction temperature | Low — no pre-heating | High heat extraction |
| Colour | Warm amber-golden | Pale to colourless |
| Flavour | Rich, nutty, aromatic | Neutral, bland |
| Aroma | Natural sesame fragrance | Odourless |
| Natural compounds | Retained | Significantly reduced |
| Chemical processing | None | Bleaching and deodorising |
| Best use | Cooking, Ayurveda, wellness | Industrial food production |
Worth2Deal Kerala Sesame Oil is cold pressed — no heat, no chemicals, no refining. What you receive is the oil as it comes from the seed.
How to Use Kerala Sesame Oil — Cooking, Ayurveda, and Daily Wellness
Cooking
Kerala nallenna is a fundamental cooking oil across South India — used for tempering, stir-frying, pickling, and as a finishing oil. Its high smoke point makes it suitable for cooking at moderate to high heat. The flavour it imparts to food is warm, nutty, and distinctly South Indian — it is the oil that gives Kerala pickles, stir-fries, and rice dishes their characteristic depth.
Specific uses in Kerala cooking: tempering mustard seeds and curry leaves for sambar and rasam, seasoning avial and thoran, making traditional manga achar (mango pickle), finishing cooked rice dishes with a small drizzle, and as the cooking medium for traditional fish and chicken preparations in South Kerala.
Oil Pulling
Oil pulling — kavala or gandusha in Ayurveda — involves swishing a tablespoon of oil around the mouth for 10–20 minutes on an empty stomach, then spitting it out. Sesame oil is the traditional and most widely recommended oil for this practice in Ayurvedic texts. Worth2Deal cold pressed nallenna is suitable for oil pulling — pure, unrefined, no additives. Note: oil pulling is a traditional Ayurvedic practice. Consult a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner for therapeutic guidance.
Ayurvedic Body Massage
Abhyanga — the Ayurvedic practice of self-massage with warm oil — uses sesame oil as the primary vehicle. Sesame oil is considered warming in Ayurvedic terms, making it particularly suitable for vata-type constitutions and for use in cooler months. Traditional Ayurvedic practice involves warming the oil slightly before massage. Worth2Deal nallenna is suitable for this purpose — cold pressed, pure, no mineral oil or additives. Note: consult a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner for personalised therapeutic use.
Hair and Scalp Care
Kerala nallenna has been used for hair and scalp care across South India for generations. Traditional use involves warming the oil and massaging into the scalp before a bath — left on for 30–60 minutes before washing. Sesame oil's natural properties make it suitable for regular scalp massage as part of traditional hair care routines. Note: these are traditional uses and not medical or cosmetic claims.
Traditional Lamp Oil
In Kerala homes, nallenna is traditionally used as the oil for brass lamps (nilavilakku) during prayer and festivals. The fragrance of burning nallenna is distinctively Kerala — warm, earthy, and immediately evocative of the traditional home environment. Worth2Deal nallenna is suitable for lamp use.
Kerala Sesame Oil vs Other Cooking Oils
Buyers often ask how sesame oil compares to coconut oil — Kerala's other foundational cooking oil — and to the refined vegetable oils most Indian households now use for everyday cooking.
| Kerala Sesame Oil (Nallenna) | Coconut Oil | Refined Vegetable Oil | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flavour | Warm, nutty, aromatic | Sweet, coconutty | Neutral, bland |
| Smoke point | High — suitable for cooking | Medium-high | High |
| Traditional use | Ayurveda, South Indian cooking | Kerala everyday cooking | Modern processed food |
| Ayurvedic use | Primary therapeutic oil | Secondary | Not used |
| Oil pulling | Traditional choice | Alternative | Not used |
| Hair care | Traditional scalp oil | Traditional hair oil | Not used |
| Kerala identity | Deep Malabar and South Kerala | Universal Kerala | None |
Sesame oil and coconut oil are not competitors — they serve different roles in a Kerala kitchen. Coconut oil is the everyday cooking oil of Kerala. Sesame oil is the Ayurvedic and specialty cooking oil — used specifically for its flavour, therapeutic properties, and cultural significance. Both belong in a Kerala kitchen.
Worth2Deal carries both: the sesame oil (nallenna) on this page and pure cold pressed coconut oil — explore the full Natural Sweeteners and Honey range for more traditional Kerala products. Also see Worth2Deal Cheruthen Kerala Stingless Bee Honey and Marayoor Jaggery for a complete Kerala wellness pantry.
Product Details
Net Volume: 300ml Type: Cold pressed sesame oil (nallenna) Seeds: Carefully selected sesame seeds (til / ellu) Extraction: Cold pressed — no heat, no chemical processing Colour: Natural warm amber-golden Aroma: Natural sesame fragrance Additives: None Preservatives: None Artificial colour or flavour: None Packaging: Food-grade plastic bottle Storage: Cool dry place, away from direct sunlight, cap tightly closed after use Shelf life: Refer to best-before date on bottle Uses: Cooking, oil pulling, Ayurvedic massage, hair care, lamp oil FSSAI Licence No.: 21317233000044 Manufactured and packed by: Worth2Deal, 7/330 A, Shanthi Nagar, Kokkur, Malappuram, Kerala — 679591 Customer support: worth2deal@gmail.com | +91 98462 94242
FAQs
What is nallenna — is it the same as sesame oil?
Yes — nallenna is the Malayalam name for sesame oil, derived from sesame seeds (ellu in Malayalam, til in Hindi). The name nallenna literally means "good oil" — reflecting how Kerala has regarded this oil for thousands of years. It is also known as gingelly oil in English, til ka tel in Hindi, nallennai in Tamil, and nal ennai in some regional variants. Worth2Deal nallenna is cold pressed sesame oil from carefully selected seeds — no heat, no refining, no additives.
Is this sesame oil cold pressed?
Yes — Worth2Deal Kerala Sesame Oil is cold pressed. The seeds are pressed at low temperature without pre-heating, which preserves the natural flavour, aroma, colour, and nutritional compounds of the sesame seed. This distinguishes it from commercially refined sesame oils which are heat-extracted, bleached, and deodorised — producing a pale, odourless oil that has lost most of its natural character.
Can this sesame oil be used for daily cooking?
Yes — cold pressed nallenna is suitable for everyday Kerala cooking. Its high smoke point makes it appropriate for tempering, stir-frying, and moderate-heat cooking. It is the traditional oil for Kerala pickles, thoran, avial, and rice dishes — imparting the warm, nutty, aromatic flavour that is characteristic of authentic South Indian cooking. Use it for tempering mustard and curry leaves, finishing rice dishes, or as the pickling oil for traditional manga achar.
What is oil pulling and how do I use sesame oil for it?
Oil pulling — kavala in Ayurveda — involves swishing one tablespoon of oil around the mouth for 10–20 minutes on an empty stomach in the morning, then spitting the oil out (not swallowing). Sesame oil is the traditional Ayurvedic oil for this practice. Use Worth2Deal cold pressed nallenna at room temperature or slightly warmed. Spit the oil into a bin after use — not the sink, as oil can block drains. Note: oil pulling is a traditional Ayurvedic practice and not a substitute for dental care. Consult a qualified practitioner for therapeutic guidance.
Is this sesame oil suitable for Ayurvedic massage?
Yes — Worth2Deal cold pressed nallenna is suitable for Ayurvedic abhyanga (self-massage). Sesame oil is considered the primary therapeutic oil in Ayurveda — warming, grounding, and suitable for regular full-body massage. Traditional practice involves slightly warming the oil before application, massaging from head to toe, and leaving on for 20–30 minutes before bathing. Worth2Deal nallenna is pure cold pressed oil with no mineral oil or additives — suitable for direct skin application. Note: consult a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner for personalised therapeutic protocols.
Can I order Kerala sesame oil online with free delivery across India?
Yes — Worth2Deal delivers free to all major cities and towns across India including Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Pune, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Lucknow, Surat, Visakhapatnam, Coimbatore, Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Nagpur, Indore, Bhopal, Patna, Vadodara, Ludhiana, and all other serviceable pin codes. FSSAI Lic. No.: 21317233000044.
How should I store sesame oil at home?
Store the bottle in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Always close the cap tightly after each use — exposure to air causes oxidation which degrades the flavour and aroma over time. Do not store near the stove or in direct sunlight. Cold pressed sesame oil stored correctly will retain its quality for the full shelf life printed on the bottle. Refrigeration is not required and may cause the oil to thicken slightly — bring to room temperature before use if refrigerated.
What is the difference between sesame oil and gingelly oil?
They are the same oil — different names for the same product. Sesame oil is the standard English name. Gingelly oil is the older Anglo-Indian English term widely used in South India, particularly in Tamil Nadu. Til oil or til ka tel is the Hindi name. Nallenna is the Malayalam name. Nallennai is the Tamil name. All these names refer to oil extracted from sesame seeds (Sesamum indicum). Worth2Deal's product is sold as nallenna / sesame oil / gingelly oil — all refer to the same 300ml cold pressed product.
Can sesame oil be used for hair care?
Yes — sesame oil has been used for scalp and hair care across South India for generations. Traditional use involves warming the oil slightly and massaging into the scalp in circular motions, leaving on for 30–60 minutes before washing with warm water. Worth2Deal cold pressed nallenna is pure and free from additives, making it suitable for direct scalp application as part of traditional hair care routines. Note: these are traditional uses based on longstanding practice and not medical or cosmetic claims.
Is sesame oil safe for children?
Sesame oil is widely used in traditional Indian households for children's massage, particularly in Ayurvedic baby care practices. However, sesame seeds are a known allergen. If a child has a known sesame allergy, sesame oil should not be used. For cooking and food use, sesame oil is generally recognised as safe for most people. For therapeutic or massage use on children, consult a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner or paediatrician. Note: this is general information and not medical advice.
How is Worth2Deal sesame oil different from branded refined sesame oils in supermarkets?
The primary difference is extraction method and processing. Supermarket sesame oils are typically heat-extracted (higher yield, lower cost) and then chemically refined, bleached, and deodorised. The result is a pale, neutral, odourless oil. Worth2Deal cold pressed nallenna is extracted at low temperature without pre-heating, bleaching, or chemical processing. The result is a warm amber-golden oil with the full natural flavour, aroma, and nutritional integrity of the sesame seed — the oil that Kerala kitchens and Ayurvedic practitioners have traditionally used, not the industrially processed version.
Will cold pressed Kerala sesame oil become more mainstream as awareness of traditional oils grows?
It already is. The last five years have seen a significant shift in Indian consumer behaviour toward cold pressed and wood pressed oils — driven by growing awareness of the nutritional and flavour differences between traditionally pressed oils and commercially refined alternatives. Kerala nallenna specifically is gaining recognition beyond traditional South Indian buyers — urban health-conscious consumers across Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, and Pune are increasingly seeking authentic cold pressed sesame oil as part of Ayurvedic lifestyle routines. Worth2Deal has been supplying authentic Kerala nallenna from Malappuram since 2017 — orders from non-Kerala buyers have grown consistently each year.
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