Here’s the real deal: a guacamole recipe so authentic, you can almost hear the Mariachis singing.
Guacamole Autentico
Total Time:
10min
Prep Time:
10min
Nutritional Highlights (per serving)
Ingredients
4 | ripe, Fresh California Avocados*, peeled and seeded | |
1/2 | tsp. | ground cumin |
1 | ripe, medium Roma tomato, seeded, diced | |
1/2 | cup | minced sweet white onion |
2 | serrano chilies, seeded and minced | |
1/2 | cup | cilantro leaves, chopped |
4 | Tbsp. | fresh lime juice |
1/8 | tsp. | hot pepper sauce, or to taste, optional |
1/4 | tsp. | Sea salt, to taste |
1/4 | tsp. | White pepper, to taste |
As with all fruits and vegetables, wash avocados before cutting. Check out our tips for how to choose and use California Avocados
Instructions
- Cut avocado in large chunks and mash coarsely in large bowl with a fork.
- Add remaining ingredients and blend gently; leaving some small chunks is fine.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more pepper sauce, salt and pepper if desired.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve in a molcajete (a bowl made from volcanic rock) for an authentic Mexican flair.
Beverage Pairings:
Try with frosty margaritas for a festive get-together.
Guacamole is best made as close to serving as possible. For short-term storage, seal in an airtight container with a piece of plastic wrap directly against the surface of the guacamole.
*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
PER SERVING
Vitamin A 382 IU; Vitamin C 20 mg; Calcium 19 mg; Iron 1 mg; Vitamin D 0 IU; Folate 89 mcg; Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.1 g
% Daily Value*: Vitamin A 8%; Vitamin C 35%; Calcium 2%; Iron 4%
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