How to use avocado oil correctly — for pans, mayonnaise, and dressings
DIVO avocado oil is refined and mild. Neutral in taste, high-heat resistant — your ingredients remain the focus.
What is avocado oil for?
Hot pan
Searing, browning, frying: DIVO is refined and withstands higher temperatures than virgin olive oil. Fish, chicken, and vegetables get colour without an oil flavour overpowering them.
Mayonnaise
For homemade mayonnaise, you need a neutral oil — otherwise it will overpower the mustard and lemon. DIVO emulsifies into a creamy consistency while remaining flavour-neutral in the background.
Dressing
Lime, herbs, miso, vinegar: You set the direction in a dressing, the oil merely carries it. DIVO provides binding and sheen without any aftertaste of its own.
Illustrative photos: Pexels.
How does DIVO avocado oil taste?
DIVO avocado oil tastes mild and neutral. Lime and herbs remain the focus in your dressing, and mustard and lemon do so in mayonnaise. It also doesn't add any strong flavour of its own when used in the pan.
Why refined avocado oil?
What you want to prepare is the deciding factor. DIVO fits if you are looking for a mild oil for a hot pan or a flavour-neutral base for mayonnaise and dressing. If you want the oil itself to provide flavour, a cold-pressed oil might be the right choice.
Avocado oil for frying
Suitable for frying? Yes — refined and particularly heat-stable, it can be heated to higher temperatures than virgin olive oil. You can read about how high you can go in the guide → Avocado oil for frying.
Avocado oil or olive oil?
It depends on the dish. Virgin olive oil: distinct character, ideal cold and for finishing. DIVO avocado oil: mild, neutral, tolerates higher temperatures — the choice when things get hot or when the ingredients should remain the focus.
Recipes
What's inside?
Ingredients: 100% avocado oil.
Store in a cool, dark place. Keep sealed after opening.
| Nutritional value | Amount |
|---|---|
| Energy | 3700 kJ / 900 kcal |
| Fat | 100 g |
| — of which saturated fatty acids | 14.5 g |
| — of which monounsaturated fatty acids | 72.1 g |
| — of which polyunsaturated fatty acids | 13.4 g |
| Carbohydrates | 0 g |
| — of which sugar | 0 g |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Salt | 0 g |
Frequently asked questions
Does DIVO avocado oil taste like avocado?
DIVO is refined and tastes mild and neutral. If you are looking for a distinct avocado taste, this is not the right choice.
When should I use refined vs. cold-pressed oil?
Choose based on taste and usage: DIVO if you want a neutral base; a cold-pressed oil if its specific taste belongs in the dish. For a hot pan, DIVO is the more robust choice due to the refining process.
Can I fry with DIVO avocado oil?
Yes, that is what DIVO is made for: refined and capable of being heated to higher temperatures than virgin olive oil. You can read more about its use in the pan in the guide "Avocado oil for frying".
Can I also use DIVO avocado oil cold?
Yes, for example in salad dressings and mayonnaise. Because of its mild taste, you can set the direction with herbs, spices, mustard, or citrus fruits.
Can I replace oil in a recipe with DIVO avocado oil?
You can use DIVO for cooking, baking, and frying if the recipe calls for a neutral oil. It is not an identical flavour substitute for olive oil in every dish: if its unique aroma is part of the recipe, the taste will change when using DIVO.
How do I store DIVO avocado oil?
Store in a cool, dark place. Keep sealed after opening.
Is avocado oil healthy?
We make no health claims. Avocado oil consists mainly of monounsaturated fatty acids (72.1 g per 100 g).