Black Sesame Oil (Gingelly Oil)

Black Sesame Oil.
Nothing else.

Every bottle of Ishavasyam Wooden Cold Pressed Black Sesame Oil begins with carefully sourced native black sesame varieties from the farms of Gujarat and Rajasthan.

We believe good food begins with respecting its origins. That's why we work directly with farmers to procure native black sesame and bring back the traditional wisdom of Indian oil extraction.

Our oil is extracted using the traditional Wooden Kacchi Ghani method, where black sesame seeds undergo a slow and gradual wooden pressing process. This traditional method generates minimal heat during extraction, helping retain the oil's natural nutritional characteristics, authentic taste and aroma.

Unlike refined oils, our Black Sesame Oil is unprocessed, unrefined and naturally cloth filtered, keeping the process close to its traditional roots.

The result is a naturally rich, more viscous oil with the distinctive character of native black sesame.

At Ishavasyam, we believe food should be made with patience, care and respect for traditional practices. From sourcing native seeds to the final bottle, every step reflects our commitment to bringing authentic Indian food wisdom back to your kitchen.

For generations, sesame oil has been an important part of traditional Indian kitchens. Known as Gingelly Oil in many parts of India, it has been used in everyday cooking and regional food traditions.

Traditionally, sesame seeds were slowly pressed using wooden Ghani systems to extract their natural oil. This gradual process was valued for its simplicity and the authentic character of the oil it produced.

Over time, industrial extraction and refining methods became increasingly common, taking us further away from these traditional practices.

At Ishavasyam, we wanted to bring that connection back.

Our Black Sesame Oil is made using the traditional Wooden Kacchi Ghani method, with native black sesame varieties sourced directly from farmers in Gujarat and Rajasthan.

We follow a traditional approach to extraction, natural filtration and bottling, keeping unnecessary processing away from the journey.

Because we believe traditional food wisdom deserves to be preserved, practised and passed on to future generations.

There is a difference between simply extracting oil and preserving the traditional art of making it.

At Ishavasyam, we follow the Wooden Kacchi Ghani method, where black sesame seeds are slowly and gradually pressed using a traditional wooden extraction system.

The oil is then naturally filtered using cloth filtration, without undergoing conventional refining processes.

This method reflects the traditional way of making oil, where patience and simple processes were valued over industrial shortcuts.

Our commitment goes beyond extraction. It includes sourcing native black sesame varieties, working directly with farmers and preserving the authentic character of traditional Indian oils.

We believe good food should respect its roots.

Every bottle of Ishavasyam Black Sesame Oil represents more than just cooking oil. It represents our commitment to traditional food wisdom, ethical sourcing and sustainable practices.

We believe in bringing back the traditional ways of making everyday food while supporting the farmers and communities who make it possible.

As a 100% family-owned, home-grown awareness brand, our mission is to revive the way India traditionally understood and consumed food.

Your every purchase strengthens our desi cows, farmers and tribal communities.

Let's bring back the goodness of traditional Indian food.

Black Sesame Oil brings a distinctive character to everyday cooking and traditional recipes. Here are a few ways to enjoy it:

• Use for sautéing vegetables and seasonal greens.
• Add to stir-fried preparations for a distinctive sesame flavour.
• Explore traditional regional Indian recipes that use sesame oil.
• Use in everyday cooking where a rich sesame flavour complements the dish.

Note: Ideal for sautéing and stir-frying. Not recommended for deep frying.

Traditional Wooden Ghani oil is valued for its slow and gradual extraction process, which generates minimal heat during pressing. This helps preserve the natural nutritional characteristics, authentic taste and aroma of the oil. Unlike conventional extraction methods, wooden pressing follows an age-old practice that focuses on maintaining the natural qualities of the seeds. Combined with natural cloth filtration and no refining, it brings you oil that stays closer to its original form.

• Store at room temperature in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.
• Do not refrigerate.
• Note: Natural fibre settlement at the bottom of the bottle is an occurring process and is not a defect.
• Best before: 12 months from the date of manufacturing.