Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
 1 avocado pit |
 250 ml of water |
 1 teaspoon of honey |
 juice of one lemon |
 a little mint leaves |
 spices of your choice (like cinnamon or ginger) |
Utensils
 Grater |
 Kettle |
 Bowl |
 Strainer |
 Knife |
 Measuring spoon |
 Hermetic container |
 Oven |
Preparation step by step
Total cooking time: 1 hour
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Resting time: 1 week (for maceration)
Cooking time: 1 hour
STEP 1: Start by removing the thin brown skin covering the avocado pit to access the flesh.
STEP 2: Preheat your oven to 150 °C, then place the pit in the oven for one hour to dry it out.
STEP 3: Let the pit cool after cooking, which will make it easier to handle.
STEP 4: Grate the dried pit to obtain a powder that you can use in your recipes.
STEP 5: For external use, knead the grated pit and let it macerate in alcohol for a week.
STEP 6: Use the obtained tincture to relieve muscle or joint pain.
Using the avocado pit can be very beneficial for health, with notable anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. By incorporating it into your diet, you can contribute to better collagen production, which is beneficial for the skin. Regular consumption of the pit can also prevent cellular aging while offering a multitude of other potential benefits for well-being.
Moreover, the pit can be used in various ways, whether as an exfoliant for the face, in infusions, or even through massages to relieve muscle pain. It would be a shame to throw it away, as it holds unexpected virtues!
