5 Ways To Ripen Avocado

Avocado is one of the most delicious and healthiest fruits that can be easily incorporated into a normal diet. Most people distinguish two species of avocado,  but in reality there are about 900 different ones.

The most popular species are small hass avocados, which are commonly used to make guacamole, and “giant” avocados, which are usually used to decorate a variety of foods. In general, most people like these species the most, as they have a soft, creamy texture,  as well as a very unique taste that goes well with other foods.

From a nutritional  point of view, avocado is one of the most complete energizing dishes. This is due to the fatty acids, proteins and antioxidants contained in avocado, which are essential for us.

The only impractical side of avocados is that it is often difficult to know if they are ripe enough and ready to eat. Most avocados are sold before they have reached full maturity. That’s why it’s good to know a few ways to speed up their ripening.

Below we tell you how to cook avocados in minutes, as well as a few ways to cook them in a few days.

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How to cook avocado in the microwave

It can take several days for the avocado to ripen on its own, depending on how raw it was picked.

If you need to ripen avocado quickly, try this microwave tip that will soften your avocado in minutes.

Before you begin, keep in mind that this technique may slightly alter the natural taste of the fruit.  However, it is perfect for making guacamole, salads, smoothies and other recipes.

Method of manufacture

• Inject the avocado sides several times with a fork.
• Put it on a plate, and put on a napkin or plastic lid  to prevent it from exploding around the walls of the micro.
• Heat for 30 seconds, and if the avocado is not soft enough, add another 30 seconds.
• Wait for the avocado to cool slightly, and then cut normally.

How to cook avocado with aluminum foil

You can also use aluminum foil to ripen the avocado in minutes. In this way, you don’t use a microwave , but you put the avocado on baking paper in the oven to cook at 200 degrees.

Method of manufacture

• Use plenty of aluminum foil, making sure the avocado is completely wrapped inside.

• Place on a baking sheet on baking paper and cook for 10 minutes.
• Wait until it has cooled completely, then remove the foil and enjoy or use in cooking.

How to cook an avocado in a paper bag

The paper bag is a great accelerator for avocado ripening as it traps ethylene gases. This method takes more time than the previous two, but it has its advantages: it retains the taste and all the benefits of the fruit.

Method of manufacture

• Put the avocado in a paper bag, and make sure there are no holes in the bag.
• Add an apple or tomato to the bag to increase ethylene gas production.
• Close the bag and keep it at room temperature, 18-24 degrees.

• Your avocado is ready to use in a day or two.

How to cook sliced ​​avocado

If you had bad luck and cut the raw avocado in half, don’t forget to use this interesting trick until the flesh turns brown. 

Method of manufacture

• Squeeze a little lemon juice over the fruit flesh.
• Join the halves, leave the stone in, and wrap in transparent plastic wrap just as if the avocado were whole.
• Let it be in the fridge until it is ripe enough to be eaten.

How to cook avocado using a newspaper

This is one of the oldest technologies and is still popular in many homes.

Method of manufacture

• Wrap the raw avocado in one newsprint and place it in a warm place, such as on a stove when the oven is turned off, or in the sun on a windowsill.
• Let it be a couple of days, or until you feel it soften.

Now you know  how to cook an avocado when you bought it raw and want to enjoy it as soon as possible. Choose the method you want, and follow the step-by-step instructions to get a good result.