The Best Guacamole is...Charred Guacamole

avocados

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: frozen avocados

Frozen avocados can be a cost-effective option without sacrificing flavor.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: serrano pepper

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Bell pepper offers a milder flavor and is usually less expensive.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Green onions provide a fresh taste at a lower cost.

red onion

🥗Healthier: green onion

💰Cheaper: white onion

White onion is often cheaper and has a similar flavor profile.

Cut the tomatillo in half.

Char the poblano chili, white onion, and tomatillo on a grill or cast iron skillet until charred.

Let the charred vegetables cool down slightly.

Remove the skin from the charred vegetables as needed.

Scoop the flesh of the avocados into a bowl and mash with a tiny masher or fork.

Add lime juice, chopped cilantro, salt, black pepper, and a little chili powder to the mashed avocado.

Mix until combined and taste for seasoning.

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