Mustard oil in raw food? Yes, it’s a thing—and a delicious one too. Especially when the oil is cold pressed, clean, and unrefined. In many Indian households, mustard oil has always been used beyond just frying and cooking. When used correctly, mustard oil for dressing can bring out earthy, bold flavours that elevate simple ingredients.
At Ekas Healthy Foods, we produce wood-pressed mustard oil using traditional methods. No chemicals. No heat treatment. Just real oil with real taste. Here’s how you can use it in raw preparations—safely and tastefully.
Can Mustard Oil Be Used Raw?
Yes, but there’s a method. Raw mustard oil has a sharp, pungent flavour and contains compounds that can be intense if used straight from the bottle. In India, many people heat the oil lightly or mix it with other ingredients to balance the flavour.
The oil from Ekas is wood-pressed and fresh, which means it carries a strong profile and works best in controlled quantities.
Tips to Use Mustard Oil in Raw Recipes
1. Flash-Heat It First
While you’re not cooking with it, you can still heat it for a few seconds to mellow the pungency. Warm a tablespoon, then cool it before adding to salads or chutneys. This brings out a gentler flavour while keeping the nutrition intact.
2. Blend It in Dressings
Use mustard oil with lemon juice, honey, and salt. It creates a sharp yet balanced dressing. Perfect for cucumber salads or raw papaya slaws.
3. Tadka on Raw Veggies
Lightly sauté mustard seeds in hot mustard oil and drizzle the oil over chopped onions, tomatoes, or even curd. It brings out the flavour without fully cooking the ingredients.
4. In Pickle Mixes
Raw mustard oil is often used to coat pickle ingredients before fermentation. It acts as a natural preservative. Just make sure the oil is clean and wood-pressed like ours.
Salad Ideas with Mustard Oil
Aloo Chaat Salad
Boiled potatoes, onion, and coriander tossed in mustard oil, lemon juice, and spices.
Kachumber with a Kick
Finely chopped cucumber, tomato, onion with a splash of mustard oil and salt.
Boiled Egg & Greens Bowl
Hard-boiled eggs, lettuce, and mustard oil dressing with crushed pepper and garlic.
Why Choose Ekas Wood-Pressed Mustard Oil?
Our oil is made in small batches using the traditional kolhu method. It is thick, aromatic, and free from additives. When using mustard oil for dressing, purity matters. The flavour and health benefits come from how the oil is made, and we stick to the old ways—because they work.
Order it here:
👉 Wood-Pressed Mustard Oil – Ekas Healthy Foods
Precautions to Keep in Mind
- Always start with a small quantity. It’s strong.
- Don’t store opened bottles near heat or sunlight.
- If serving to someone unfamiliar with the taste, blend it with milder ingredients like curd or lime juice.
Final Thoughts
Using mustard oil for dressing is all about balance. With the right technique, you can turn ordinary raw ingredients into flavour-rich dishes. It’s sharp, it’s warm, and it’s packed with benefits when used right.
Ekas brings you mustard oil the way it should be—pure, wood-pressed, and full of character. So go ahead, try it raw. Taste tradition, the healthy way.
