SAN DIEGO  — Chosen Foods is introducing avocado oil shortening. The product’s only ingredient is fractionated avocado oil, which is formed by taking the solid portions of leftover avocadoes used to create the brand’s avocado oil, according to the company.

“Shortening has been a staple in American kitchens for over a century, but there is nothing on the market that caters to the modern, health-conscious consumer,” said Sarah Barned, vice president of marketing at Chosen Foods. “Our new avocado oil shortening is made from our iconic 100% pure avocado oil and disrupts the outdated shortening category with a clean and simple offering that works like a dream in the family recipes you know and love.”