Fats & Oils · per 100g
A thick, creamy emulsion of oil and egg yolk that serves as a versatile culinary binder and rich flavor carrier in global cuisine.
C20:5,n-3, Sum of Monounsaturated Fatty Acids
Fat, Biotin
Iodine, Sum of n-3 Fatty Acids
Sum of n-3 Fatty Acids, C22:6,n-3
Nutritional summary
Interesting fact
The name may derive from the city of Mahón, where it was allegedly discovered by French forces after the 1756 Battle of Minorca.
Standout nutrients
Vitamin E
Sum n-3 fatty acids
Vitamin K
Biotin
Seasonality
Not available
Diet
Sustainability
Impact is primarily driven by the type of vegetable oil and egg production methods used.
Storage
Refrigerate After Opening
1–3 months
Commercial varieties are shelf-stable until the seal is broken.
Do Not Refrigerate Until Ripe
6–12 months
Unopened jars can be kept at room temperature.
Flavour
Harmonized from 4 validated sources
Claim citations
4