Pumpkin oil, also known as pumpkin seed oil, is a premium cold-pressed oil extracted from roasted or raw pumpkin seeds (Cucurbita pepo).
Usage areas
- Gourmet cooking: Used as a finishing oil for salads, soups, pasta, and vegetables due to its unique taste and colour.
- Gourmet cooking: Not recommended for high-heat cooking to preserve its nutritional value.
- Food manufacturing: Incorporated in specialty dressings, marinades, and cold sauces.
- Nutraceuticals and supplements: Used in capsules or liquid form for its prostate-supporting and anti-inflammatory benefits.
- Cosmetics and skincare: Included in moisturisers, serums, and hair treatments for its nourishing and antioxidant properties.
- Functional foods: Often blended into health-oriented food products for added nutritional value, especially in the natural and organic product sectors.
Specification
- Purity: 100%