Classic Guacamole
The secret to great guacamole lies in creating the perfect balance. From selecting the right ingredients to mixing them just right, follow the tips above and this recipe and you'll make guacamole that's perfect every time.
Servings: 6
Calories: 101kcal
Ingredients
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 Tbs. finely chopped white onion
- 1 Tbs. seeded, minced fresh serraño or jalapeño, more to taste
- Kosher salt
- 2 6- to 7-oz. ripe Hass avocados, preferably Mexican
- 1 Tbs. fresh lime juice; more to taste
Instructions
- Using a mortar and pestle, or the side of a chef’s knife, mash half of the cilantro, the onion, the chile, and ½ tsp. kosher salt to a paste. Leave the paste in the mortar, if large, or transfer it to a serving bowl.
- Halve and remove the pits of the avocados. Use a spoon to scoop the avocado into the bowl. Add the remaining cilantro and the lime juice, and mash the avocado gently with the pestle or a fork, leaving some chunks. Season to taste with more lime juice, salt, and chile.
- The guacamole is best served after it sits about 15 minutes, but can be made 1 hour ahead; cover the surface with plastic wrap and keep at room temperature.
Nutrition
Calories: 101kcal | Carbohydrates: 5.7g | Protein: 1.3g | Fat: 9g | Sodium: 6.3mg | Sugar: 0.3g