Gingelly oil, also called sesame oil or thala thel, is pressed from sesame seeds (Sesamum indicum) and sold by Bowatte in Kandy. It is a staple oil in Sri Lankan kitchens and in Ayurvedic practice.
What is in it
Sesame seed oil.
How it is used
- As a cooking oil, for tempering and frying
- As a seasoning oil drizzled over finished dishes
- In dressings and marinades
- Massaged into the skin and hair
Sizes
30ml, 60ml, 180ml, 375ml and 750ml bottles.
Storage
Keep the bottle closed in a cool, dark place.
Bowatte Beheth Shalawa is an Ayurvedic family business in Kandy, founded in 1914 by the Ayurvedic physician Dr H. B. Bowatte.
