Hot and cold pressing of sesame oil

Hot and cold pressing of sesame oil

Hot pressing and cold pressing are two different oil pressing processes.

1. Different temperature

Cold pressing method, usually pressing sesame seeds at a temperature below 80 °C.The oil pressed by cold pressing method has low temperature, low acid value, and high quality.The hot pressing method involves roasting sesame seeds (190 °C -200 °C) and then pressing them at a temperatures (over 110 °C ), which can damage the sesame oil film and also increase working efficiency.

2. Different processes

Cold pressing method, sesame is pressed without heating or slightly heated before being pressed, and is sent to a hydraulic oil press for pressing at a low temperature.Hot pressing method, where the seed is heated before pressing. Suitable for increasing oil yield. Generally, a screw oil press is used for pressing.

3. Different oil product

The active nutrients of cold pressed sesame oil are preserved intact, especially the sesame press, which has a health promoting effect. Low smoke point, light and clear color.Hot pressed sesame oil has a strong aroma, higher oil yield, and a relatively high smoke point.

4. Application

Cold pressed sesame oil is commonly used in salads and stir fry. Often sold in supermarkets and markets.Hot pressed sesame oil is commonly used in salads and food seasoning. Often sold in supermarkets and markets.

How to choose a suitable way to press sesame oil?

Pursue the oil yield and aroma of sesame oil, making it more suitable for hot pressing sesame.

Pursue the preservation and color of sesame oil nutrients, making it more suitable for cold pressing sesame.