Industrial oil extraction relies on high-speed steel expellers reaching temperatures over 150°C and toxic petroleum solvents like Hexane to forcefully wring out oil. This process oxidizes delicate fats and destroys natural vitamins.
At Brahmandnayak Lakdi Ghana, we follow the time-tested Vedic method of slow cold-pressing. A dense wooden pestle rotates slowly (< 14 RPM) inside a wooden mortar. The wood naturally absorbs friction heat, guaranteeing that temperatures never rise above 40°C.
Every batch produced in our Pune facility passes through six meticulous steps of artisan craftsmanship.
We source directly from farmer collectives across Maharashtra and Saurashtra. Only non-GMO, clean, mature native seeds with optimal moisture levels are chosen. We reject seeds treated with chemical preservatives or anti-fungal powders.
Seeds are spread across clean drying beds under natural sunlight to reach the ideal moisture percentage. Manual grading and air winnowing eliminate all debris, husk, and shrivelled seeds without any chemical washes.
Clean seeds are fed into our heavy wooden mortar and pestle (Kolhu) rotating at a gentle 12-14 RPM. The wood absorbs friction heat, guaranteeing the temperature stays below 40°C. Pure raw oil slowly trickles through the wooden outlet.
The fresh raw oil is stored in food-grade stainless steel settling tanks for 24 to 48 hours. Microscopic seed fibers settle naturally to the bottom by gravity. No chemical coagulants or artificial clays are ever introduced.
The settled oil is filtered through multiple layers of sterile, food-grade unbleached cotton cloth. This traditional straining catches remaining particulates while retaining 100% of the oil's natural aroma, color, and micronutrients.
The pure oil is packaged into clean, UV-resistant glass bottles and food-grade tins with airtight seals. Batch numbers and pressing dates are stamped directly, ensuring maximum farm-to-kitchen freshness.
Understanding how industrial processing alters cooking oil reveals why switching to wood-pressed oil is the single most impactful health decision for your family.
| Processing Aspect | Brahmandnayak Lakdi Ghana Oil | Factory Refined Cooking Oil |
|---|---|---|
| Extraction Method | Slow Wooden Mortar & Pestle (< 14 RPM) | High-speed metal expeller & solvent plants |
| Extraction Temperature | < 40°C (True Cold-Pressed, Zero Burn) | 120°C - 200°C (Destroys natural vitamins) |
| Chemical Solvents Used | None. 100% mechanical seed crushing | Hexane (petroleum distillate solvent) |
| Refining & Bleaching | Zero chemicals. Natural gravity settling | Acid degumming, caustic soda, bleaching earth |
| Deodorization | Unrefined. Retains authentic aroma | High-vacuum steam stripping (> 230°C) |
| Nutrient Retention | Rich in Vitamin E, plant sterols & antioxidants | Over 80% natural antioxidants stripped away |
| Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g (Zero). Clean fatty acid structure | Often forms harmful trans fats during heat refining |
| Aroma & Taste in Cooking | Appetizing, native nutty aroma & full flavor | Flat, odorless, artificial and sticky |
Metal conducts and multiplies friction heat quickly, driving temperatures beyond 80°C even in so-called "cold" expellers. Wood is a natural insulator and absorbs friction heat completely, guaranteeing that the oil never rises above 40°C.
Sediment is the hallmark of genuine, unrefined oil! Because we do not use chemical micro-filters or synthetic clarifiers, microscopic natural seed fibers occasionally settle at the bottom. It is completely safe, highly nutritious, and proof of authentic purity.
Absolutely yes! Traditional oils like Groundnut (Shengdana), Safflower (Kardi), and Mustard have natural smoke points between 225°C and 250°C. Because their natural antioxidants are intact, they remain stable and do not break down into toxic compounds during deep frying.
Yes! We pride ourselves on 100% transparency. Customers are always welcome to visit our Pune facility, watch seeds being crushed live in our wooden Ghana, and take home freshly pressed oil right from the churner.
Switch your household to authentic wooden-churned cold-pressed oils. Order online or visit our Pune facility.
