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Introduction of Sacha Inchi Oil
Origins:
Originally grown in the tropical rainforest of the Amazon River in South America (Peru)
Known as:
Sacha Inchi, Sacha Peanut, Mountain Peanut, Inca Nut or Inca-Peanut
Scientific Name:
Plukenetia Volubilis
Taste:
Slightly astringent taste
Shape:
A green and fat six-pointed star shape. The common shape ranges from 4 to 6 corners.
Nutrient Content
The seeds of Sacha Inchi fruit contain high concentrations of nutrients, mainly rich in unsaturated fatty acid, protein, vitamin E, A and fibre. Its polyunsaturated fatty acid content is as high as 93%, mainly Omega fatty acids (Omega 3, 6, 9), of which its Omega 3 content is nearly 50%.
Sacha Inchi Plantation Info
Sapling Blooming
4 – 5 months
Sapling Mature
1.5 – 2 years
Tree Lifespan
15 years above
Sacha Inchi Flower
Planting Considerations
No pesticide
Organic Fertilizer Only
Output will be affected by climate, land state & quality
Harvest
It will bloom and bear fruit one after another, mature harvest one after another.
Concentrated harvest period September to next March, generally result from the need to mature natural fruit 100 to 120 days.
When the fruit grows full and gradually turns from light green to dark green and then to dark brown, the harvest is ripe, and some fruits will naturally crack and fall off when they are mature.
Periodically harvest mature fruits once every 10-20 days.
Planting method
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Put the seeds in the flowerpot and fill it with soil
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The Function of Sacha Inchi Oil
1. Sacha Inchi Oil
Can consume the sacha inchi oil extracted by low-temperature pressing to get its nutrients.
It can be drunk directly or eaten as salad oil with salad. (Cannot be used as cooking oil, because high temperature will destroy the nutrition of sacha inchi oil)
It can maintain skin elasticity, lock moisture, prevent sun damage, and help repair damaged skin.
2. Sacha Inchi Seeds
After roasting, the seeds in the fruit will be delicious and very healthy snacks. (The seeds of Sacha Inchi cannot be eaten directly, and the oil content of the seeds is as high as 50% or more.)
3. Sacha Inchi Nutshell
Sacha Inchi Nutshell can be used as fertilizer.
It has the effect of lowering human blood pressure and relieving high blood pressure and its complications.
4. Sacha Inchi Leaves
Sacha Inchi Leaves can be fried and boiled for cooking.
The dried Sacha Inchi leaves can be soaked in water for drinking. Suitable for ''three highs'' people. (High blood pressure, High blood sugar, High Cholesterols)
5 Ways to Eat Sacha Inchi Oil
1. Eat directly
Sacha Inchi oil can be drunk directly like olive oil, about 5-10 ml at a time, and you can increase or decrease it according to your needs.
2. Mix with drinks
Sacha Inchi oil itself has a slight peanut aroma, and it goes well with soy milk and other soy drinks. It is recommended to try the ratio of soy milk: sacha inchi oil = 30:1.
3. Make the sauce
Sacha Inchi oil has a warm taste and a stone fruit aroma. It is suitable for pours on salads and cold cuts, or it can be used with honey to make a sauce. Add a little salt and vinegar to make a vinegar sauce, which is also great for dipping bread.
4. Cook Rice
Adding sacha inchi oil before cooking rice can increase the aroma, but also help the intake of nutrients. It is recommended to add about 5 ml of oil per cup of rice.
5. Low temperature cooking
Sacha Inchi oil, like olive oil, is not suitable for cooking at temperatures above 180°C, otherwise, it will destroy Omega 3 fatty acids, so please avoid using it for frying.
Why Sacha Inchi Oil is it so famous?
Sacha Inchi, which has the title of ''Omega 3 on the Ground'', has attracted much attention due to its nutritional value and was included in the 2017 Super Food list.
In South America has been applied to the local native history of three thousand years, was identified as a local treasure of natural edible plants.
In 2007, it won the gold medal of the Paris World Exposition, known as the gold of plant brain, and has a bright prospect for development and utilization.
Marketing Review Info
Current market
- Local
- Peninsular Malaysia - Melaka , Johor, Johor Bahru, Muar , Seremban , Negeri Sembilan , Kedah , Kuantan , Perak , Perlis , Pulau Pinang , Penang , Pahang , Selangor , Klang Valley, Klang , Kuala Lumpur , KL , Kelantan , Terengganu , Kota Bahru , Malaysia .
- Overseas (Future market) - Indonesia , Singapore , Thailand , Vietnam , Asia , South Asia .
Target market
- Medium to high
- Low to medium
- Working people
- All age group
- Malay, Chinese, Indian