Authentic Guacamole

ripe avocados

🥗Healthier: avocado puree

💰Cheaper: frozen avocado

Frozen avocado can be more affordable and still nutritious.

lime juice

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Lemon juice is often cheaper and can provide a similar tang.

cilantro

💰Cheaper: parsley

Parsley is a budget-friendly herb that can substitute cilantro.

Check if the avocados are ripe by ensuring they are dark green and slightly soft when squeezed.

Chop up some jalapeños while wearing gloves for protection.

Add half of the chopped onions to the mixing bowl.

Add salt and lime juice to the bowl.

Use a mortar and pestle (molahete) to mash the ingredients together until it forms a paste.

Add the avocado flesh to the mixture and mash it with the other ingredients until combined.

Taste the mixture and adjust salt and lime juice as needed.

Add the remaining half of the chopped onions for texture.

Mix well to combine all ingredients.

Add a little cilantro for vibrancy and lime zest for flavor.

To store, flatten the guacamole in a bowl, add a layer of lime juice on top, and cover with plastic wrap to remove excess air.

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