How argan oil is made

ARGAN OİL PRODUCTS Argan oil is a plant oil produced from the kernels of the argan tree (Argania spinosa L.), endemic to Morocco, that is valued for its nutritive, cosmetic and numerous medicinal properties. EXTRACTION Traditional method Before modern times, the Berbers of ancient Morocco would collect undigested argan pits from the waste of goats which climb the trees to eat their fruit. The pits were then ground and pressed to make the nutty oil used in cooking and cosmetics. Press-extraction Argan oil is extracted from the kernels, with yields varying from 30% - 55% depending on the extraction method used. STEPS INVOLVED IN IT ARE 1 The argan fruits are first dried in the open air and then the fleshy pulp of the fruit is removed. 2 The next stage involves cracking the argan nut to obtain the argan USES kernels. Culinary uses: 3 Kernels used to make argan oil for food use, culinary argan oil, are then gently roasted. Culinary argan oil (argan food oil) is used for dipping bread, couscous, salads and similar uses. After the argan kernels have cooled down, they are ground and pressed. Researchers have concluded 5 After this, unfiltered argan oil is decanted into vessels. The press cake remaining after the argan oil has been expelled is protein-rich and is frequently used as feed for cattle. that daily consumption of argan oil is 'highly likely' to be one factor helping the prevention of various cancers, cardiovascular diseases and obesity. Cosmetic uses: 6 After pressing, the argan oil is decanted and left to rest for approximately two weeks. Unroasted argan oil is traditionally used as a treatment for skin diseases and as a cosmetic oil The clearer argan oil may then be further filtered depending on the clarity and degree of purity required. for skin and hair Infographic By: Source: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Argan_oil www.arganolieshop.dk Arganolieshop.dk