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Argan Oil

Our Price: $40.00

Product Code: 213301

Description

Deep golden oil, often with a reddish tinge that is produced from the seeds of the Argan tree, which only grows in Morocco. It is lighter in weight than nut and olive oils, having a weight and body similar to seed oils like sesame. This however, is where the similarity ends. The aroma hits you as soon as you open the bottle, and its flavor is as big and bold as the aroma. It opens with a hint of nuttiness, and this expands to toastiness and spice - something akin to pumpkin seeds but more pungent. It provides an oh-so-light, buttery mouth feel, and a sharp finish. It is truly a memorable flavor, and essential to the Berber cuisine of southwest Morocco. In Morocco it is used both as a cooking oil and as an ingredient. In salads it is most often combined with lemon juice, while for tagines (stews) and couscous it is a finishing drizzle. It is also combined with honey and yogurt and eaten for breakfast. Two tablespoons may be added to a more neutral oil such as grapeseed and it will take on the flavor of the Argan oil. 250ml.