How To Make Homemade Guacamole And Tortilla Chips

avocados

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: frozen avocado

Frozen avocado can be more affordable and still provide a creamy texture.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: fresh lemon juice

💰Cheaper: bottled lemon juice

Bottled lemon juice is often cheaper and has a longer shelf life.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried cilantro

Dried cilantro can be a cost-effective substitute with a different flavor profile.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Banana pepper is milder and often less expensive.

Cut the avocado in half and remove the pit.

Scoop the flesh out with a spoon.

Squeeze the juice of half a lemon into the avocado to prevent browning.

Chop cilantro finely and add to the avocado.

Slice a small amount of tomato and add to the mixture.

Chop a small amount of Vidalia onion and add to the mixture.

Add salt, black pepper, and a tiny bit of cumin to taste.

Mash the avocado mixture to desired consistency, leaving some chunks if preferred.

Taste and adjust seasoning with more lemon juice and salt if needed.

Cut flour tortillas into chip sizes.

Fry the tortilla pieces in oil until crispy and golden.

Season the tortilla chips with salt while hot.

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