{"product_id":"laxmi-gingeliy-oil-1-liter","title":"Laxmi Gingelly (Sesame) Oil 1 Liter","description":"\u003cp\u003eLaxmi Gingelly Oil 1L is a convenient everyday bottle of pure sesame oil (gingelly) — the traditional South Indian cooking fat used in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala for tempering, curries, rice preparations, and as a traditional table condiment. Available at Anoras Cash N Carry in Los Angeles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePure Laxmi Gingelly Oil 1L Everyday South Indian Cooking Oil\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePure sesame (gingelly) oil for traditional South Indian everyday cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1L bottle — convenient size for regular South Indian household cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight, nutty character for tempering, curries, and South Indian rice preparations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaxmi — House of Spices’ trusted brand for South Asian cooking essentials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse as the primary cooking fat for South Indian preparations. Start tadka with mustard seeds and curry leaves in hot gingelly oil for authentic sambar, rasam, and kootu preparations. Drizzle raw over rice for a traditional finish. Use in chettinad-style preparations where gingelly oil is traditional.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the 1L or 2L Laxmi Gingelly Oil better?\u003c\/strong\u003e Same quality — choose based on your usage. The 1L is convenient for occasional or moderate users while the 2L is better value for daily South Indian cooking households.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the smoke point of gingelly\/sesame oil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Unrefined sesame oil has a smoke point around 350°F (175°C), suitable for light sauteing and tempering. Refined sesame oil has a higher smoke point around 410°F (210°C). Check the label for the specific type.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs gingelly oil used as a condiment in South India?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — raw gingelly oil is drizzled on rice, idli, and dosa as a traditional finishing condiment in Tamil Nadu, similar to how olive oil is used in Mediterranean cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergen note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains sesame. Check label for the most current allergen information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Laxmi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49001876652259,"sku":"64630161","price":13.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/2811\/6963\/files\/31s9V23CNlL._SL1500.jpg?v=1781803738","url":"https:\/\/anorascashncarry.com\/products\/laxmi-gingeliy-oil-1-liter","provider":"ANORAS CASH N CARRY ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}