Avocado Oil

Persea Gratissima

Avocado oil is a popular plant-based oil derived from the fruit of the avocado tree, which goes by the botanical name Persea gratissima. This evergreen tree is native to Mexico and Central America and is now cultivated worldwide, primarily for its nutritious fruit.

The oil extracted from the fruit is rich in monounsaturated fatty acids such as oleic acid, as well as other beneficial nutrients like vitamin E, beta-sitosterol, and carotenoids. Avocado oil offers many potential health benefits, including promoting healthy skin and hair, reducing inflammation, and supporting heart health.

It has a high smoke point, making it a versatile cooking oil that can be used for high-heat frying, sautéing, and roasting. Additionally, it has a mild and nutty flavor that pairs well with many foods and recipes. The process of producing avocado oil involves removing the flesh from the fruit, then separating the oil-rich pulp from the rest of the fruit. This pulp is then pressed or centrifuged to extract the oil. The resulting oil is typically a clear or pale green liquid that is rich in nutrients and has a high smoke point.