A mixture of the homogenized pulp and distilled water (2:1 w/w) was added with a solution of phosphoric (42.5% w/v) and ascorbic (7.7% w/v) acids to a 5 pH; from this moment to the end of extraction, the avocado was held under constant mixing (250 rpm) and heating conditions (40 °C) (Thermoscientific, Millcreek, USA).
How to extract avocado oil for industrial production?
Two main methods are in use to extract avocado oil for industrial production. According to the first method, fruits are dried and pressed at high temperature, subsequently oil is extracted by means of organic solvents.
How to extract oil from ripe avocado?
Studies were carried out on oil extraction and proximate analysis of pulp and oil from three varieties of ripe avocado (Persea americana) namely; Brogdon, Russel and Choquette. Solvent extraction of oil was done using three different solvents namely; ethanol, hot water and chloroform.
What is the functional composition of avocado (Persea americana Mill var Hass)?
Functional composition of avocado (Persea americana Mill. Var Hass) pulp, extra virgin oil, and residues is affected by fruit commercial classification Ma. Claudia Castañeda-Saucedo, Peel, seed, pulp, and oil of avocado of 4 quality classifications were evaluated. Morphometric, compositional, and functional parameters were evaluated.