Making Avocado Oil at Home: A Simple Guide

Ingredients:

• 10 ripe avocados
• 1 cup of water (optional)

Equipment:

• Blender or food processor
• Cheesecloth or fine mesh strainer
• Large bowl
• Saucepan
• Glass jar for storage

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Avocados:
   • Cut each avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Discard the skin and pits.
2. Blend the Avocado Flesh:
   • Place the avocado flesh in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. If needed, add a small amount of water to help with blending.
3. Heat the Avocado Mixture:
   • Transfer the blended avocado paste to a saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly to prevent burning. The goal is to evaporate the water content and allow the oil to separate from the avocado pulp.
   • This process can take about 45 minutes to 1 hour. The mixture will start to darken and thicken as the oil separates.
4. Strain the Oil:
   • Once the mixture has cooled slightly, strain it through a cheesecloth or fine mesh strainer into a large bowl. Press the avocado pulp firmly to extract as much oil as possible.
5. Store the Oil:
   • Pour the strained avocado oil into a clean glass jar or bottle. Seal tightly and store in a cool, dark place. Homemade avocado oil can last for up to a few months if stored properly.

Tips:

• Use ripe avocados for better oil yield.
• The leftover avocado pulp can be used as a moisturizing hair mask or as a base for a homemade face mask.

Enjoy your homemade avocado oil!