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Whole, ripe, fresh fruit bunches are cut from the palm. With young trees this can be done from ground level.With older trees in West Africa, harvesting is still often accomplished by a man climbing the tree, secured to it by a loop of rope. Once the palm fruits are harvested, the palm oil is produced by pressing the oil from the fruit. This process is done naturally, without the use of chemical solvents. The process results in the creation of 100% pure virgin red palm oil.
In West Africa, palm oil has a wide range of applications. It is used in soups and sauces, for frying, and as an ingredient in dough made from the various customary starch foods, such as cassava, rice, plantains, yams, or beans. Palm oil is also used in baked dishes, and as a condiment or flavoring for bland dishes. It has been a traditional part of West African food culture for over 5000 years.
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