Avocado oil, a thread of well-being on the plate – Italian Cuisine

Avocado oil, a thread of well-being on the plate


Similar to extra virgin olive oil in terms of organoleptic and nutritional profile, it conquers with its intense color and its nutty aroma. And he likes it because it is good

We used it as an ingredient in sauces and salads, we put it in toast and even in ice cream, we have grown it at home, photographed and posted on social media in a thousand ways. L'avocado it is certainly among the most popular foods of the moment. Now all that remains is to learn to appreciate and use the oil that is obtained from this tropical fruit. Its nourishing, moisturizing properties, anti-aging and soothing they have long appreciated it in the cosmetic field, but avocado oil has characteristics that make it ideal also for use in the kitchen.

A good and healthy oil

It may seem incredible, but the oil extracted from the avocado pulp has an organoleptic profile similar to that of olive oil. Bright green in color, it has fruity taste and delicate consistency and light. Like the most prized extra virgin olive oil, this oil is an excellent aid in the prevention of cardiovascular diseases thanks to the richness of monounsaturated fatty acids that contribute to reducing the level of "bad" cholesterol in the blood. It also boasts low acidity and a high content of oleic acid (66%), such as to ensure a high smoke point (about 180 ° C): as well as for seasoning, avocado oil can therefore also be used at high temperatures, in cooking.

Avocado oil: ideas in the kitchen

A distinctive trait of avocado oil is the fresh aroma, with a pleasant touch of hazelnut. A flavor that is best expressed in the oils obtained from cold pressing of the fruit. To get a quality oil, he explains Chiara Coricelli, CEO of Pietro Coricelli, "very restrictive parameters are required, which we apply to obtain Ethnos avocado oil starting from the selection of the fruits, coming from Mexico, which are transformed into oil once the right degree of ripeness has been reached, in order to guarantee the perfect combination between low acidity and characteristic taste .

And again from Coricelli they suggest some use in the kitchen: «a must is the Vegan mayonnaise, which prepares avocado oil, soya milk, mustard and turmeric . And then avocado oil is ideal for seasoning summer salads, for marinate meats and fish, on the pasta or on grilled meat, in particular white meat, to which it gives a tropical touch. Ideas to try too the prawn salad with mango and avocado, or the Oaxacan chicken with lime and guacamole, or the salad with strawberries, grilled rocket chicken, songino, or the spicy chicken nuggets with peppers and avocado.

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