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Guacamole is a delicious and popular Mexican dip made primarily from ripe avocados, which are mashed to a creamy consistency and mixed with ingredients such as lime juice, onions, tomatoes, cilantro, and salt. It is known for its rich, creamy texture and flavorful taste. Guacamole is not only a versatile dip for chips but also a fantastic topping for tacos, burritos, and other Mexican dishes.
Ingredients you’ll need for this recipe, (Full Recipe Below)
- Avocado – Avocado is the foundation for this dish. Use ripe avocados!
- Tomato – Tomatoes add a juicy element, I like using roma potatoes
- Red Onion – Red onions provide a sharp flavor and a nice crunch
- Jalapeno – Jalapenos bring a spicy kick to this recipe, you can add as little or as much as you like
- Cilantro – Cilantro brightens up the cilantro and is a mandatory ingredient
- Lime – lime juice is the acidic element of this dish, it brings out all the flavors
- Salt – We can’t live without salt! Kosher is best.
How can I keep it from turning brown?
- To prevent guacamole from browning, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the guacamole, removing as much air as possible before sealing it.
What can I add to to give it a spicy kick?
- Adding finely diced jalapeño peppers or a few dashes of hot sauce can give your guacamole a spicy kick.
Can I make guacamole ahead of time?
- Yes, you can make this dish ahead of time. Store it properly by following the tip in the first question to prevent browning.
How ripe should avocados be for making guacamole?
- Avocados should be ripe but not overly soft when making guacamole. They should yield to gentle pressure, but not be mushy.
Guacamole
Easy, Creamy, Guacamole
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe avocados
- ¼ cup cilantro chopped
- ¼ cup red onion diced
- ¼ cup tomato diced
- 1 jalapeno chopped
- 1½ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl.
- Mash the avocado with a fork or potato masher until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Mix in finely chopped onion, cilantro, jalapeño, and diced tomato. Add lime juice and mix everything together.
- Season with salt to taste and mix everything together until well combined.
Nutrition
Calories: 138kcal
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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