{"product_id":"peanut-oil-first-cold-pressed-virgin","title":"Peanut Oil - First Cold Pressed, Virgin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpice Zen Certified Organic Cold‑Pressed Peanut Oil is extracted from Australian‑grown organic peanuts, pressed once at low temperature to draw out their naturally golden oil. Unrefined and full of character, it retains the warm aroma and rounded nuttiness that define true peanut oil, offering a very different experience from the neutral refined oils used for high‑temperature frying.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnown also as groundnut oil, peanut oil has an enduring place across Indian and Asian cooking. Its natural affinity with spices, chilli, ginger and aromatics makes it equally at home in a fragrant curry or tempering as it is in a wok, noodle bowl, satay sauce or dressing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur pressing approach is simple: an oil should retain the identity of the ingredient it comes from. First cold pressing and minimal processing allow the peanut’s natural colour, aroma and flavour to remain present, with subtle variation from one batch to another. A slight natural haze or fine sediment may occasionally appear, reflecting the oil’s unrefined nature rather than something we attempt to standardise away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an everyday cooking oil with provenance: Australian peanuts, first cold pressing and the warm, natural flavour of the ingredient carried through to the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eFlavour \u0026amp; Aroma Profile\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rounded and naturally nutty, with a distinctive peanut character and gentle savoury finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm, fragrant and unmistakably peanut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naturally golden, with subtle variation from pressing to pressing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear to naturally hazy. Slight natural haze or fine sediment may occur in this unrefined oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silken and full-bodied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold‑pressed peanut oil is versatile in any dish that welcomes its gentle nuttiness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurries \u0026amp; vegetables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sauté aromatics and spices or use as the cooking base for curries, sabzi and vegetable dishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTempering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat gently with mustard seeds, cumin, curry leaves and other whole spices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStir-fries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use for vegetables, tofu, chicken and controlled wok cooking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNoodles \u0026amp; rice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toss through noodles or rice with chilli, ginger, tamari or fresh herbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSatay \u0026amp; sauces:\u003c\/strong\u003e A natural choice for peanut sauces, dipping sauces and satay-style dishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarinades:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with spices, ginger, garlic, chilli, tamari, lime or vinegar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDressings \u0026amp; finishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whisk into dressings or drizzle over warm vegetables and savoury bowls where its nutty character can be appreciated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCooking \u0026amp; Smoke Point\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeanut oil is often described as a high‑heat cooking oil, but this applies to \u003cstrong\u003erefined\u003c\/strong\u003e peanut oil rather than cold‑pressed, unrefined peanut oil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRefined peanut oil is processed to create a neutral oil with a high smoke point, commonly around \u003cstrong\u003e230°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is why it is widely used for deep‑frying and very high‑temperature cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold‑pressed peanut oil retains more of the peanut’s natural compounds and therefore has a lower smoke point. \u003cstrong\u003ePublished guidance places unrefined peanut oil at approximately 160-180°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, although the exact temperature varies with filtration and processing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpice Zen Cold-Pressed Peanut Oil is therefore best suited to \u003cstrong\u003emoderate-heat cooking, sautéing, tempering and controlled stir-frying\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as sauces, marinades, dressings and finishing. Avoid heating the oil until it smokes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEveryday Indian and Asian cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurries, sabzi and tempering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir-fries and wok-style dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoodles and rice bowls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSatay, peanut sauces and marinades\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalads and Asian-style slaws\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to Know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs peanut oil the same as groundnut oil?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Peanut oil and groundnut oil are different names for oil obtained from peanuts (\u003cem\u003eArachis hypogaea\u003c\/em\u003e). The term \u003cstrong\u003egroundnut oil\u003c\/strong\u003e is particularly common in India, where the oil has a longstanding culinary role.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes Spice Zen Peanut Oil different from refined peanut oil?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is certified organic, Australian‑grown, first cold‑pressed and unrefined. Refined peanut oil undergoes additional processing and deodorisation to create a neutral flavour and higher smoke point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does first cold pressed mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt means the oil is taken from the \u003cstrong\u003efirst mechanical pressing\u003c\/strong\u003e of the peanuts, using \u003cstrong\u003elow temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e to protect the natural aroma, flavour and colour. Only one pressing is used, so the oil reflects the true character of the ingredient without further refining or heat treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I cook with cold-pressed peanut oil?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is ideal for curries, tempering, sautéing, vegetables and moderate‑heat stir‑frying, as well as marinades, sauces and dressings. It should not be used like refined peanut oil designed for very high‑temperature frying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the smoke point of cold-pressed peanut oil?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnrefined peanut oil does not have one universal smoke point. Published guidance commonly places it around \u003cstrong\u003e160–180°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, compared with approximately \u003cstrong\u003e230°C for refined peanut oil\u003c\/strong\u003e. The oil should never be heated until it begins to smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is my cold-pressed peanut oil slightly cloudy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA slight haze can occur naturally in unrefined oils. Minimal processing can leave naturally occurring components and very fine particles in the oil, and temperature can also influence clarity.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere are Spice Zen's peanuts grown?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Peanut Oil is pressed from \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian-grown certified organic peanuts,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs cold-pressed peanut oil suitable for people with peanut allergies?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is an unrefined peanut product and is not suitable for people with a peanut allergy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePresentation \u0026amp; Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarefully bottled in our dedicated gluten-free Sydney facility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat. As a natural, unrefined cold-pressed oil, subtle variations in colour and clarity may occur between batches. A slight haze or fine natural sediment can occur naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spice Zen","offers":[{"title":"100 ml","offer_id":48179781632225,"sku":null,"price":16.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250 ml","offer_id":48179781664993,"sku":null,"price":31.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/8279\/6001\/files\/PeanutOilSet.png?v=1775806981","url":"https:\/\/spicezen.com.au\/products\/peanut-oil-first-cold-pressed-virgin","provider":"Spice Zen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}