Home-made guacamole is not just a staple of Mexican restaurants, it’s also an easy and healthy appetizer or snack you can make in your own kitchen. And with the right ingredients – avocados from good quality grocery stores like Whole Foods Market rather than discount outlets are key here – keeping things simple will ensure that even when guests come over they’ll want to stay for seconds!
The guacamole recipe you’ll find in this article is fresh and healthy, without any funny business. There is no sour cream or mayonnaise to be found here! And while we do have some peas for good measure (they add an extra layer of vitamins), they’re cooked with garlic so as not to give your mouth an unpleasant surprise when eating them raw – which means more pleasure from those crunchy bites everyone loves about homemade dips/sauces.
Ingredients
- Onion
- Ground coriander (Optional)
- Avocado
- Salt
- Lime
- Jalapeño
- Cilantro
Method
Ripe but not over-ripe
The ideal avocado for this recipe is one that yields to a gentle pinch but does not become mushy when cut in half. Avoid using over-ripe varieties like those at your local grocery store—they will taste bland and watery compared with freshly matured fruit from an ethylene producer such as bananas or apples (although I’ve had good luck with pineapples too!).
Use slightly chunky avocadoes for a delicious texture
The perfect guacamole has a deliciously textured and tangy flavour that is hard to resist. For the best texture, use slightly chunky avocado combined with finely chopped onion cilantro jalapeño; don’t forget about black olives for an extra kick!
To get the most delicious avocado chunks, cut it in half around its pit and carefully remove any residue before scooping out the flesh with a spoon. Other recipes will tell you to dice or mince avocados but these slippery devils turn into an inconsistent mess when they’re not smooth enough!
Mix thoroughly
Guacamole is a classic component of many Mexican dishes, but its ease-of use makes it accessible to all. Mash the avocado quickly and easily with whatever tool you prefer – potato masher or serving fork shown below; regular forks will also work if that’s what suits your needs best! Don’t let those pesky pits get in between by stopping when there remains some chunky texture leftover from mashing up their contents before adding them back into mix after mixing thoroughly .
Add fresh Garlic and Tomatoes, if you want!
Tomatillo-jaime/- jungla combo is my favorite! If you have the time, I recommend chopping up some fresh tomatoes and peppers before adding them to this dish. You can also add in 1/2 an avocado for even more nutrients that will keep your taste buds satisfied without being overwhelmed by fat content like other dishes might be prone too (eggy).
Add a perfect lime-avocado ratio
The perfect lime-to-avocado balance is 2 teaspoons of juice for every mashed avocado. If you like your food with more tang, then add in another splash!
Season to make Guacamole extra irresistible
The key to making the perfect guacamole is in knowing how much salt to use. For a good taste, add a small amount of spice, so when you season your avocado slices this year make sure not only do they get a good coat but also some extra attention from those sauces and spices!
Adding 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander to your guacamole will give it an extra boost of flavor. If you don’t have any, that’s okay too! Just skip this ingredient and be sure not worry about what others might think when they bite into their dip—everyone has different preferences anyway.
Storage instructions
Guacamole lasts for several days if you store it properly. Without any help, avocado flesh will turn brown when exposed to air – but there’s a easy way of preventing this! Place one onion on top of leftover guacamole and cover with plastic wrap.
Pro Tips:
Do not overmix
Guacamole is a favorite among appetizers and entrees alike. But, like any other dish with delicate ingredients that need attention to keep it fresh for an extended period of time (think meatballs) overmixing will definitley ruin your dip’s texture as well flavor- so make sure not too!
Do not over mash
Over-mashing can lead to a disappointing and dangerous outcome, so don’t overmix the guacamole! Leave it chunky by leaving small dice of ingredients like tomatoes or cilantro on top for an extra kick in taste.
Balance your citrus ratio
If you want to make your guacamole last longer, try using 1 part orange juice and 2 parts lime. This will keep it from getting too acidulous but also ensure that flavor stays strong!
The key to keeping your guacamole fresh is eating it! If you’re feeling lazy, then buying some ready-made options will help streamline the process for sure.