AVOCADO

The Hass avocado is a versatile fruit that is a good source of vitamins B and E and contains monounsaturated fats that, in their correct proportions, are beneficial for the body and health. It is a fruit that is consumed in large quantities due to its beneficial properties for health.

What does it taste like?

The Hass avocado is widely cultivated for its durability and flavor. It is extremely creamy with sweet notes, it is a fruit that feels fresh in the mouth. It melts in the mouth with its characteristic fruity flavor. Combine with everything, with salt, with sugar and with other fruits and vegetables. It has an extremely versatile flavor and texture.

How is avocado stored?

Hass avocados should be stored in the open air until they ripen, if you buy them Ready To Eat and you are not going to eat it immediately, you can refrigerate it 1-3 days. When the skin of the Hass avocado turns completely purple or brown, it is ready to consume. If it is still a little greenish but feels soft to the touch, it can also be consumed.

Once you open it, you should consume it completely, since its size allows it to be consumed in a single portion. But if you prefer to store it, do not keep it for more than 2 days in the fridge since the avocado oxidizes easily. Therefore, always store it in an airtight container using one of three techniques: coat the exposed flesh with vegetable oil or lime juice, or store it next to a chopped onion.

How is avocado used?

The best known preparation for avocado is guacamole, which is a kind of paste accompanied by cilantro, lime, onion, cilantro, salt and pepper. But beyond that, there is a world of recipes that you can make with this fruit, which is very versatile. Avocado is a great side dish to any meal on its own or in a salad.

Our recommendation is to split it in two, cutting around the pit that is in the center and removing the avocado from its shell with a spoon. If you want to make it easier, cut the avocado in 4, around the center seed so that you can easily remove the seed and skin by hand.