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Avocado Oil
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A cold pressed extra virgin oil made from the flesh of the avocado. The oil is a vibrant green colour with a soft nutty taste and a mild avocado aroma.
Category: Fruit
In Season: all year
To Buy:
Buy in dark glass bottles.
To Store:
Store in the cupboard in a cool dry spot and not in the fridge (it will solidify otherwise)
Tips & Tricks:
Cooking Tips:
Avocado oil has a very high burn/smoke point of around 255°C so it can be used for sautéing, frying or wok cooking. Also delicious with lemon on a salad dressing.

Nutrition per 100 Grams:

Energy (kJ):
3699
Protein (g):
0
Saturated Fat, g :
11.56
Amines:
No information available
Glutamates:
n/a
Carbohydrates, g:
0
Fat (g):
100
Monosaturated Fat , g:
70.554
Salicylates:
No information available

Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*

High Blood Cholesterol
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* This information is sourced by a qualified naturopath. It is non prescriptive and not intended as a cure for the condition. Recommended intake is not provided. It is no substitute for the advice and treatment of a professional practitioner.

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