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Guacamole

Cultural Context

Guacamole is a traditional Mexican dip made primarily from avocados. It has roots in Aztec cuisine and has become popular worldwide. Often served with tortilla chips, it is a staple in Mexican households and is enjoyed at gatherings and celebrations. Its creamy texture and fresh flavors make it a versatile accompaniment to many dishes.

MexicanMXappetizer
10 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
3-4 ripe avocados
1-2 tablespoons lime juice
salt to taste
1 red onion
2-3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1-2 cloves garlic
olive oil
pepper sauce (optional)

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.

1

Gather ingredients: avocados, red onion, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, salt, and optional pepper sauce.

2

Decide how many avocados to use; creator uses 3-4 out of 8 available.

3

Peel and chop garlic, then toast it in a pan with 1-1.5 tablespoons of olive oil until lightly brown.

4

Cut avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl.

5

Score the avocado flesh with a knife to make mashing easier, then scoop it out with a spoon.

6

Finely chop the red onion and add it to the bowl with the avocado.

7

Chop cilantro and add it to the bowl.

8

Add the toasted garlic and its oil to the mixture.

9

Add lime juice and salt to taste.

10

Mash all ingredients together until desired consistency is reached.

Cooking Techniques

mashingchoppingmixing

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlknifecutting boardpanspoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Also Known As

Guacamole DipAvocado Dip
Local Name: guacamole

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