Guacamole
A classic Mexican dip of ripe avocado with lime, cilantro and spicy jalapeno. It comes together in fifteen minutes and is perfect with tortilla chips.
Guacamole hails from Mexican cuisine, and its roots reach back to the Aztecs: the name comes from the Nahuatl ahuacamolli, meaning "avocado sauce." For centuries this green cream was made in a stone mortar called a molcajete, mashing avocado with salt and chili. Today guacamole is an icon of the Mexican table, the faithful companion to tacos and crunchy corn chips.
🧺 Ingredients
🍽 4 servings👩🍳 Method
- 1
Prep
Finely dice the red onion, deseed the tomato and cut it into cubes, chop the cilantro. Deseed and mince the jalapeno, then grate or crush the garlic.
- 2
Avocado
Cut the avocados in half lengthwise, remove the pits and scoop the flesh into a wide bowl.
- 3
Lime
Immediately pour the lime juice over the flesh — the acid keeps the bright green color and adds freshness.
- 4
Mash
Mash the avocado with a fork or pestle to the texture you like: leave it chunky or make it creamy — your call.
- 5
Aromatics
Stir in the garlic, jalapeno and salt. Mix well and let the pepper release its heat.
- 6
Veggies
Add the onion, tomato and cilantro, folding gently so the pieces spread evenly.
- 7
Season
Taste and adjust with salt, pepper and another splash of lime if needed.
- 8
Serve
Transfer the guacamole to a bowl and serve right away with corn tortilla chips.
💡 Tips
- 💡
Mash the avocado with a fork, not a blender — the texture should stay chunky.
- 💡
Add salt and lime at the very end, tasting as you go.
🔄 Swaps & variations
- 🔄
Add finely chopped jalapeño and cilantro for a spicier, more aromatic version.
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❓ Frequently asked questions
How do I keep guacamole from browning?
Lime juice (acid) slows oxidation; press cling film directly onto the surface to block air. That keeps the color for up to a day.
Which avocado do I need and how do I know it's ripe?
Choose the Hass variety with dark bumpy skin. A ripe avocado yields slightly to a gentle press but isn't mushy.
What to serve guacamole with?
Classics are corn tortilla chips, tacos and quesadillas. Great with grilled meat or spread on toast.
