Sesame Oil (Gingelly Oil)

Part of our Cooking Oil range. Shop sesame oil (gingelly oil / til oil) — a nutty, aromatic oil used in South Indian tempering, Asian cooking and traditional Ayurvedic preparations. Explore trusted brands including Idhayam, Niharti — with reliable UK-wide delivery from Grocery Wala.

Collection Overview & Buyer Intent

Sesame oil is a deeply aromatic oil with a rich, nutty flavour. In South Indian cooking, cold-pressed gingelly oil (Idhayam) is the traditional cooking oil of Tamil Nadu — used for tempering, rice dishes and traditional sweets. Toasted sesame oil is used as a finishing oil in Asian cooking.

Best For – Quick Selection Guide

• Best for South Indian tempering & cooking: Gingelly oil — Idhayam cold-pressed sesame oil
• Best for Tamil Nadu traditional cooking: Idhayam Gingelly Oil — the most trusted South Indian brand
• Best for everyday sesame oil: Niharti Sesame Oil — versatile for Indian and Asian cooking
• Need coconut oil for Kerala cooking? Coconut Oil — Shankar or KTC

Popular Uses for Sesame Oil

• South Indian Tempering — made with sesame oil and Mustard Seeds & Curry Leaves
• Ellu Sadam (Sesame Rice) — made with sesame oil and Rice
• Puliyodarai (Tamarind Rice) — made with sesame oil and Spices
• Traditional Sweets — made with sesame oil and Jaggery

Daily Indian Kitchen Ecosystem

Sesame oil pairs perfectly with:

• Spices & Masala
• Rice, Grains & Flour
• Sugar & Jaggery
• Coconut Oil
• Cooking Oil

Why Buy from Grocery Wala

• Trusted sesame oil brands: Idhayam and Niharti
• Cold-pressed gingelly oil available — Idhayam
• Fresh stock sourced for UK Indian and South Asian shoppers
• Reliable UK-wide delivery — order online and get it delivered to your door

Frequently Asked Questions

What is gingelly oil?

Gingelly oil is cold-pressed sesame oil — the traditional cooking oil of Tamil Nadu and South India. Idhayam is the most trusted gingelly oil brand, widely used in South Indian households across the UK.

Is sesame oil the same as gingelly oil?

Yes — gingelly oil is cold-pressed sesame oil. The term “gingelly” is used in South India to refer to untoasted, cold-pressed sesame oil used for cooking, as opposed to toasted sesame oil used as a finishing oil in Asian cuisine.

Do you deliver sesame oil across the UK?

Yes, Grocery Wala delivers sesame oil and gingelly oil across the UK with reliable shipping. Order online for fast UK delivery.