Description
This easy guacamole recipe is a fresh and flavorful Mexican classic perfect for entertaining or as a healthy snack. Made with ripe avocados, tangy lime juice, fresh cilantro, and a touch of spice from jalapeño, it can be prepared quickly using a simple bowl or traditional molcajete method for added authenticity.
Ingredients
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Guacamole Ingredients
- 2 avocados (cut into halves, pitted & peeled or flesh scooped out)
- Juice of 1/2 lime
- 1-2 tablespoons cilantro (finely chopped)
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- 1-2 tablespoons onion (chopped)
- 1 small jalapeño or serrano pepper (chopped, seeds removed)
- 1 small tomato (chopped)
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Gather and prepare all ingredients by halving, pitting, and peeling the avocados or scooping out the flesh. Chop the cilantro, onion, jalapeño (with seeds removed), and tomato finely for mixing.
- Bowl Method: In a mixing bowl, add the avocado flesh, lime juice, chopped cilantro, and salt and pepper. Mash the mixture using a fork to your desired texture—either smooth or chunky. Gently fold in the chopped onion, jalapeño, and tomato. Taste the guacamole and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately for best freshness.
- Molcajete Method: If using a molcajete (traditional mortar and pestle), start by grinding the chopped cilantro, onion, jalapeño, and salt and pepper into a smooth paste. Add the avocado flesh and lime juice, then mash with the pestle until you reach your preferred consistency—chunky is traditional. Stir in the chopped tomato using a spoon. Taste and season as desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a milder guacamole, remove all seeds and veins from the jalapeño or serrano pepper.
- Use ripe avocados for the creamiest texture and best flavor.
- Serve guacamole immediately to prevent browning, or cover tightly with plastic wrap pressed onto the surface and refrigerate for up to a few hours.
- Adjust cilantro and lime juice based on personal taste preferences.
- Molcajete method adds a traditional smoky flavor and texture to the guacamole.
