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Guacamole
An extra garlicky, limey, cilantro-packed guacamole that I've been making for over twenty years.
Makes about 2 1/2 cups
Sauce / condimentAvocadoCilantroRed onion
Ingredients
4 ripe avocados
1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped
1/2 red onion, diced
2-3 garlic cloves, minced
Juice of 1 lime
1/2 tsp cumin
1/2-1 tsp salt
Method
- 1Dice the avocados and add along with the red onion, garlic, lime juice, cumin, and salt to a large mixing bowl.
- 2Using a potato masher, mash everything together until combined. Mashing the onion helps release extra flavor into the guacamole.
- 3Stir in the cilantro.
- 4Taste and adjust the lime, salt, or garlic as needed.
- 5Serve immediately or cover with plastic wrap.
Notes
- Ripe avocados make all the difference.
- This guacamole is intentionally bold and flavorful. Don't be afraid to tone it down to your taste.
- Place plastic wrap directly on the guacamole (touching) to prevent browning.
Swaps
- You can use white onion instead of red.
- Add a jalapeno for heat.
- Use garlic powder instead of fresh garlic.
- Swap out cilantro for parsley if you’re not a cilantro fan.
Use It Again
- Spoon onto tacos, steak bowls, nachos, or quesadillas.
- Use leftovers on toast with a fried egg.
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