Sacha inchi oil – finishing & low-heat

Cold-pressed | Extra virgin | Food oil for culinary use | Single origin: Peru

A mild, neutral-tasting food oil intended for finishing and gentle cooking. Cold-pressed from the seeds of Plukenetia volubilis (sacha inchi), a plant traditionally consumed in the Amazon region. The oil contains predominantly unsaturated fatty acids, including omega-3 (alpha-linolenic acid, ALA), omega-6, and omega-9.

Why people choose it

• Provides plant-based omega-3 (ALA) from a culinary oil
• Mild flavour that does not dominate other ingredients
• Suitable for finishing dishes or adding after cooking
• Appropriate for gentle, low-heat culinary applications

Best for

• Everyday cooking where a mild, plant-based oil is preferred
• People who prefer plant oils over fish-based sources
• Vegetarians and vegans
• Salads, bowls, and cold or lightly prepared dishes
• Balanced, everyday meals

How to use

• Use as a finishing oil on salads, vegetables, cooked grains, or pasta
  
• Mix into dressings, cold sauces, or dips
• Add after cooking to preserve the flavour and quality of the oil
• Take one full teaspoon (2.5 g) on its own before a meal or with a meal
• If heating is required, keep temperatures low and avoid high-heat frying
• Suitable for low-heat baking or snacks where a mild oil is preferred