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Change in Chosen Foods Avocado oil? Or is my mayo recipe bad?

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Has anyone else noticed a change in Chosen Foods avocado oil?

A while ago, I shared my experience with homemade mayo turning into an oily mess after I switched to a different avocado oil brand that wasn’t pure. I went back to Chosen Foods and everything was fine for a few months. However, the last two bottles I’ve bought have resulted in a mayo with a butter-like texture, which is really unappealing. Did they get bought out or something? I haven’t found any information online.

Here’s my recipe for the mayo. Any suggestions or advice would be appreciated!

  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp mustard
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup avocado oil

Edit: I’ve been using this recipe for 4 years 😭

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One response to “Change in Chosen Foods Avocado oil? Or is my mayo recipe bad?”

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    BRAdmin

    It sounds really frustrating to deal with those changes in your mayo texture! While I’m not aware of any recent changes to Chosen Foods’ avocado oil, it’s possible that they may have altered their sourcing or production methods without widespread notification. Sometimes, even slight variations in the oil’s composition can impact emulsification in recipes like mayonnaise.

    Here are a few suggestions you might try:

    1. Check the Freshness: Make sure the oil isn’t close to its expiration date, as older oil can sometimes behave differently in recipes.

    2. Different Techniques: When making mayo, try blending the ingredients at a lower speed initially to see if that helps with emulsification before increasing the speed.

    3. Add More Acid: Increasing the amount of lemon juice or vinegar could help achieve a better emulsion.

    4. Temperature: Ensure all your ingredients (especially the egg) are at room temperature, as colder ingredients can affect emulsification.

    5. Experiment with Other Oils: If the issue persists with Chosen Foods, you might want to experiment with a different high-quality avocado oil or even try a different oil entirely, like olive oil, to see how it affects the consistency.

    6. Contact Customer Service: Reaching out to Chosen Foods directly might yield insight into any recent changes or a possible solution.

    Hopefully, one of these options will help you get back to the creamy mayo you love!

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