Kalaguragampa’s Cooking Castor Oil (Vanta Amudham) is a time-honored traditional oil extracted through the Yedduganuga (bull-driven wooden ghani) process. The gentle pressing preserves every drop of nutrition from naturally sun-dried castor seeds, without using heat or solvents.
This ancient oil, once a staple in South Indian kitchens, is valued for its unique aroma, digestive benefits, and immunity-boosting properties. Used in tempering (tadka), traditional sweets, or Ayurvedic cooking, it enhances both flavor and health. It’s also beneficial for joint lubrication, detoxification, and skin health when consumed in moderation.
Key Benefits & Features :
Traditional Yedduganuga Extraction – Cold-pressed by bull-driven wooden ghani.
Supports Digestion & Detoxification – Traditionally known as Vanta Amudham for gut health.
Rich in Omega 6 & 9 Fatty Acids – Nourishes body from within.
No Refining or Bleaching – 100% unrefined & chemical-free.
How to Use?
Use a few drops in tempering (tadka) for authentic Andhra-style curries.
Mix 1 tsp in hot water or milk occasionally as a traditional detox.
Ideal for deep-frying, sautéing, or Ayurvedic food preparations.
Also used in external massage for joint and skin health.
Storage Tip: Store in a cool, dry place, tightly sealed away from sunlight.
Cooking Castor Oil in Different Languages :
English: Cooking Castor Oil (Vanta Amudham)
తెలుగు (Telugu): వంట అముదం (Vanta Amudham)
हिंदी (Hindi): अरंडी का खाने योग्य तेल (Arandi ka Khane Yogya Tel)
தமிழ் (Tamil): வண்ட அமுது / வேந்தை எண்ணெய் (Vanda Amuthu / Venthai Ennai)
ಕನ್ನಡ (Kannada): ಅಂಡಿ ಎಣ್ಣೆ (Andi Enne)
മലയാളം (Malayalam): അവനാക്ക് എണ്ണ (Avanakku Enna)
मराठी (Marathi): अंडीचे तेल (Andiche Tel)
ગુજરાતી (Gujarati): એરીંડું તેલ (Erindu Tel)
বাংলা (Bengali): রেড়ির তেল (Rerir Tel)
ପੰਜਾਬੀ (Punjabi): ਅਰੰਡੀ ਦਾ ਤੇਲ (Arandi da Tel)
ଓଡ଼ିଆ (Odia): ଜାଲି ତେଲ (Jali Tel)
اردو (Urdu): ارنڈی کا تیل (Arandi ka Tel)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) :
1.Is it safe for cooking? Yes — it’s food-grade and cold-pressed, suitable for cooking & traditional recipes.
2.What makes it different from industrial castor oil? This is pure, edible-grade oil extracted from naturally sun-dried seeds, not refined or processed.
3.Can it be used for Ayurveda purposes? Yes — widely used in Ayurvedic detox and cleansing routines.
4.Does it have a strong taste? It has a natural earthy flavor, ideal for traditional Andhra & Tamil dishes.
5.Is it cold-pressed or machine refined? Cold-pressed using the Yedduganuga (bull-driven ghani) method.