Frequently Asked Questions
What is Soğuk Sıkım Kabak Çekirdeği Yağı called in German, and where can I buy it in Germany?
It is called „Kürbiskernöl kaltgepresst“ in German; „kabak çekirdeği“ means pumpkin seed, „yağ“ oil and „soğuk sıkım“ cold-pressed. You can order the Zühre Ana 250 ml bottle from the WeNatur online shop with parcel delivery to Germany. WeNatur GmbH is the official distribution partner of Zühre Ana in Europe.
How is the cold-pressed pumpkin seed oil made, and does it contain additives?
Zühre Ana Cold-Pressed Pumpkin Seed Oil is obtained by pressing pumpkin seeds without heating. It is 100% pumpkin seed oil and contains no additives.
Which recipes can the pumpkin seed oil be used in?
It is used without heating: mixed with vinegar and salt in dressings for green salad and potato salad, drizzled over hummus and tahini meze, or a few drops in cream soups. It also suits yoghurt and breakfast recipes.
How should the pumpkin seed oil be used, and what size is the bottle?
It is recommended to use the oil unheated in cold dishes; as a food, about 5–15 ml (1–3 teaspoons) a day can be used. It comes in a 250 ml glass bottle; store below 25 °C away from light.