As people are increasingly becoming more aware of the benefits of a healthy balanced diet, both Middle Eastern and Mediterranean foods have steadily increased in popularity across the globe. One of the main components of these diets is none other than olive oil. Its immediate advantage is not only taste, but also what it provides in terms of nutritional value. Health specialists and dietitians have recommended its daily consumption worldwide. Jordan's Treasure Extra Virgin Olive Oil provides you with these health benefits time after time.
Energy and Growth
Olive oil contains unsaturated mono-fatty acids, which are important for the production of fats, the energy source for building cell membranes. In addition to that,
olive oil aids growth and development of human organs and acts as an anti-aging agent, due to the vitamin E and pro-Vitamin A that it contains.Fighting Cholesterol and Arteriosclerosis
Olive oil is an unsaturated fat and accordingly is a healthier form of fat to ingest. Recent studies have shown that people who follow the Middle Eastern and Mediterranean diets have lower degrees of cholesterol than other people on other fattier diets; they are less likely to develop arteriosclerosis.Stomach and Liver
Olive oil is easy to digest. It helps the absorption of fats and accelerates the secretions of the stomach. It can be used as a painkiller for upper stomach pains and indigestion. It has a positive effect on the contractions of the gall bladder. It prevents the formation of stones, thus assisting the functions of the liver.
Several studies have indicated that olive oil may reduce the chances of developing both colon and breast cancer.Several studies have indicated that olive oil may reduce the chances of developing both colon and breast cancer.
Pregnancy
Olive oil is considered a vital nutrient for pregnant women. It helps the growth of blood vessels in the fetus.Reducing Oxidative Stress from Passive Smoking
Recent studies have revealed that olive oil greatly reduces oxidative stress, by being actively protective in the body. Oxidative stress is usually the result of passive smoking.
Ideal for Diabetics
The unsaturated fats in olive oil are a great substitute for other fatty acids, and can play a vital role in the diet of people with diabetes.
Olive oil can easily replace the more harmful saturated fats in a diet, such as butter, margarine and other oils. If used on a daily basis in cooking or baking, it immediately improves the balance in a diet, by making it healthier and lighter.
To ensure great health, be sure to use Jordan's Treasure Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
Beauty
Along with its dietary advantages, olive oil has been used throughout the centuries in the Arab World to enhance beauty. The Ancient Greeks, Indians as well as Arabs have also benefited from the many aesthetic advantages of olive oil. Now Jordan's Treasure Extra Virgin Olive Oil offers this beauty advantage to you right in your own home.Cold Pressed on the Skin:
Olive oil is a natural moisturizer and is compatible with the skin (excluding those with allergies).
To moisturize the skin, apply Jordan’s Treasure Extra Virgin Olive Oil daily to dry spots and stretch marks. It is preferable to use extra virgin olive oil, as it is the highest quality olive oil available.
You can also make a facemask by mixing Jordan’s Treasure Extra Virgin Olive Oil with good quality clay mud, or with avocado. You should apply and leave for five to ten minutes on the face and then rinse.
Olive Oil for Dry Skin and Psoriasis
An emulsion can be created out of water and oil. The solution, which is as consistent as mayonnaise, can thicken and hydrate the skin. Waxes such as beeswax can be added to make the solution more of an ointment or liniment.
Heat one pint of Jordan’s Treasure extra virgin olive oil with one and a half ounces of beeswax, until the beeswax melts. Cool. Add more wax if necessary and repeat.
Olive Oil for Nails
Soaking fingernails in warm Jordan's Treasure Extra Virgin Olive Oil will soften cuticles and help brittle nails become more resilient.
Olive oil is also industrially used in a variety of beauty products such as lip balm, shampoo, bath oils, hand lotions, soap, soak for nails, massage oils, and dandruff treatment prod.
The following definitions are specified in the classification of olive oil and olive-pomace oil:
Virgin olive oil is the oil obtained from the fruit of the olive tree solely by mechanical or other physical means under conditions, particularly thermal conditions, that do not lead to alterations in the oil, and which have not undergone any treatment other than washing, transferring, and filtering. IOP meticulously produces Jordan’s Treasure Extra Virgin Olive Oil to provide the highest quality for its customers.
Virgin olive oil fit for consumption as is (i.e. “natural”) includes:
1- Extra virgin olive oil: Jordan’s Treasure Extra Virgin Olive Oil, is ideal for adding to your home cooked meals, baking dessert and splashing some on salads. It is also great to dip with bread with a little bit of balsamic vinegar.Its oleic acidic level is not more than 1 gram per 100 grams, thus making Jordan’s Treasure’s Extra Virgin Olive Oil the prime choice for great olive oil taste.
2- Fine virgin olive oil: Virgin olive oil that is of high quality and has been traditionally used for everyday kitchen use, but is a more cost effective virgin olive oil than E.V.O.O.
It is still considered to be of high quality since its oleic acid, is not more than 2 grams per 100 grams.
3- Ordinary (Semi-Fine) virgin olive oil: this virgin olive oil is used for cooking and basic dressings for salads.
It contains an oleic acid level of not more than 3.3 grams per 100 grams.
4- Refined olive oil: Refined olive oil that is obtained from virgin olive oils through the refining process. This is ideal for blending with other oils and/or packing sardines and other food products.
5- Olive Oil or Pure Olive Oil: Olive oil consists of a blend of refined olive oil and virgin olive oil fit for consumption as it is (normally ordinary virgin olive oil). It has the normal health benefits of Jordan’s Treasure Extra Virgin Olive Oil, but lacks flavor.
Both refined olive oil and pure olive oil are perfect for sautéing.
Testing for True Oil Virginity
A foolproof way of testing an olive oil for true virginity is done by placing a small amount of Jordan’s Treasure extra virgin olive oil in a glass bowl and refrigerating it for a few days. If the oil becomes crystallized, then you know you have made a right selection… Jordan’s Treasure Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
Jordan’s Treasure Extra Virgin Olive Oil… The main ingredient for kitchen success.
Think of raw olive oil, as you would salt. It adds body and depth to any meal, but holds key and distinct health benefits, every time Jordan’s Treasure Extra Virgin Olive Oil is used. Olive oil also serves to reduce the high acidity of some fruit juices such as lemon, vinegar, wine and tomatoes.
The possibilities for the use of Jordan’s Treasure Extra Virgin Olive Oil in the kitchen are endless. You can serve a small dish of Jordan’s Treasure Extra Virgin Olive Oil at meals, or use it instead of butter or margarine for bread dips or rolls, creating a spectacular taste. Sprinkle some chopped garlic and you can enjoy delicious garlic bread. You can sauté nuts in Jordan’s Treasure Extra Virgin Olive Oil to add extra flavor. You can baste turkey and chicken with Jordan’s Treasure Extra Virgin Olive Oil or you can whip up an appetizer, create a special pasta sauce, dress a fresh salad, or bake a moist cake.
Here are some of our favorite Middle Eastern recipes using Jordan’s Treasure Extra Virgin Olive Oil:
Tabbouli
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of burgul (cracked wheat, fine or medium)
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 2 cups of boiling water
- 1 bunch of scallions (or green onions), chopped
- 1 package of Italian parsley
- Chopped mintDressing:
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 2 tablespoons of Jordan’s Treasure Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of cracked pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon of ground cuminPreparation:
1. Soak the burgul in boiling water for an hour.
2. Combine the burgul, tomatoes, scallions, chopped mint and 1/2 package of Italian parsley in a medium bowl.
3. In a small bowl, stir the dressing ingredients and 1/2 package of chopped Italian parsley.
4. Pour dressing over medium bowl, one hour before serving.
Garlic, Thyme, and Rosemary Roasted Potatoes
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons of Jordan’s Treasure Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 unpeeled garlic cloves (For garlic lovers, the cloves can be peeled, crushed and minced)
- 2 pounds of small-unpeeled potatoes,
- Sea salt (to taste)
- 3 to 4 sprigs of fresh rosemary
- 3 to 4 sprigs of fresh thyme or lemon thyme
Preparation:
1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the garlic, potatoes, salt, and the sprigs of herbs.
3. Cook for approximately 20 minutes, while turning the potato mixture with a wooden spoon, until potatoes are uniformly browned and almost done.
4. Reduce the heat to medium, cover the skillet and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
5. Uncover and cook for 2 more minutes or until soft when pierced with a knife.
Chicken Kebab
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds skinless and boneless chicken breasts cut into cubes
- 2 medium onions cut into sections for the kebab skewers
- 2 sweet green peppers, seeded and cut into squares
- 12 cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup Jordan’s Treasure Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 1 and 1/2 tablespoons of dried rigani (Greek oregano)
- 1/2 teaspoon of sugar
- Sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Preparation:
1. To make the marinade, combine the minced garlic, lemon juice, rigani, and sugar in a bowl.
2. Whisk the ingredients together while slowly pouring the olive oil in a thin stream into the bowl.
3. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the chicken cubes and enough of the marinade to completely coat the chicken.
5. Cover and refrigerate for at least six hours.
6. Reserve the remaining marinade to baste the vegetables and the chicken on the grill.
7. Prepare the barbecue grill.
8. Soak long wooden skewers in water for about 20 minutes.
9. Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and allow it to return to room temperature.
10. Thread the chicken cubes, peppers, onions, and tomatoes, alternately on the skewers.
11. Brush the grill rack with Jordan’s Treasure Extra Virgin Olive Oil before placing the kebabs on the grill.
12. Cook the kebabs, while basting and turning them frequently until done.
13. Serve immediately.
When are olives harvested?
Harvesting may begin as early as November and finish as late as late February.
How should olive oil be stored?It is recommended that olive oil be stored in a dark, cool area such as a cupboard away from heat or direct light.
What is the shelf life of olive oil?Olive oil is best consumed within one to two years of pressing.
Approximately how many pounds of olives would be found on an average tree?
This varies a great deal but approximately 30-200 pounds are produced from the average mature olive tree. There are many variables.
How many gallons of olive oil could be made from an average mature tree?
Approximately 2/3 to 4 ½ gallons of oil per tree.
Are the olives picked when they are green?No, for oil the best maturity stage for ripe fruit flavor and good keeping quality is as the fruit is turning from yellow/green to purple on the outside skin and before the pulp turns black. Table olives are picked green and firm. But olives are also picked at all the other stages of ripeness depending on your desired style of oil.
Is the pit crushed as well?
Yes. Traditionally the entire fruit is crushed.
What is an extra virgin olive oil?
Extra virgin olive oil is obtained from the fruit of the tree solely by mechanical or other physical means under conditions that do not lead to deterioration of the oil. No chemicals or extreme heat may be used during the extraction process.
Extra virgin olive oil must pass a wide range of chemical tests, including a maximum acidity, in terms of oleic free fatty acid, of not more than 1 % and a peroxide value of less than 20 meq O2/kg. In addition, it must be judged defect-free with some olive fruitiness, determined through a blind sensory evaluation by a trained tasting panel. Full information on the characteristics of olive oil is available in this website.
Is extra virgin olive oil healthier for me than other oils?
Yes. Olive oil is very healthy and has a number of health benefits. Complete information may be found at this site under Health Benefits.
What does "COLD PRESSING" mean ?
There is no legal requirement as far as the temperature is concerned, nor is there a method of checking what temperature an oil has been extracted at. In 2003 an EC regulation will come into force (EC Reg. No. 1019/2002 of 13/06/2002) that as an optional indication permits, if proven, the underlining of "cold extracted" and "cold pressed", respectively for the systems of continual or traditional extraction that work at a temperature below 27°C. Please check the process section for full information.
What is "ACIDITY" ?It is a chemical-physical parameter connected to the hydrolytic state of the oil that depends on the way the olive fruit has been harvested, the cultivar (or type of olive), the degree of ripening and the temperature at extraction. To find the acidity of all olive oils please check the characteristic section.
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