Easy Guacamole Recipe

This easy guacamole recipe is made with fresh ingredients and amazing flavors, you’ll never restore to store-bought dip again. You’ll need only 10 minutes to make the best homemade guacamole.

You must also try this creamy avocado dip. it takes 5 minutes to make.

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• Why does this recipe work?
• Guacamole Ingredients
• Step-by-step Instructions
• Ways to serve
• Tips
• How to stop guacamole from going brown?
• Recipe FAQs
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Why does this recipe work?

1. Authentic guacamole recipe uses all fresh ingredients without any fillers like sour cream, mayonnaise, cheese, or yogurt.
2. An authentic guacamole recipe is usually made by mashing avocado in a mortar and pestle. If you don’t have a mortar and pestle, you can get it done with just a bowl and fork. 
3. This recipe is extremely forgiving. If you like super creamy guac dip, mash ripe avocados well, if you like chunky dip, mash lightly to have chunky bits.
4. For spicy dip, add jalapenos (with seeds on). For extra crunch, add red onions and ripe tomatoes to the dip.
5. A great party dip that’s perfect to feed large crowds or gatherings.
6. The dip is best with nacho chips. You can also spread it on your tacos, burritos, or a sandwich.

Guacamole Ingredients

1. Avocado – use ripe mashable avocados.
2. Lime juice – is very important in the recipe to keep the avocado from turning brown. It also adds a sour, tangy flavor.
3. Red onion and garlic – add flavor and aroma to the dip. It also adds texture to each bite.
4. Ripe tomato – tomato is not commonly added to the dip in Mexico. Chop the tomato into half remove the watery center with seeds and then dice into small cubes.
5. Cilantro – it is a must!
6. Jalapeno – adds a kick. For mild heat, remove and discard the seed.

Flavor variations

There are plenty of flavor variations. Some suggestions –

1. Cumin – add a pinch of ground cumin for earthy flavor.
2. Use chives as a cilantro substitute if you aren’t a fan.
3. Keep the dip chunky or smooth, just like the way you like.
4. Some even like to add fillers like sour cream or cream cheese to their guac dip. Do remember that adding it may dilute the dip.

Step-by-step Instructions

It’s BEST to serve guacamole as soon as it’s made. These are great with nachos or tortilla chips.

Ways to serve

Serve this easy guacamole recipe with tortilla chips or nachos. It’s the best way to eat!
Other ways to serve –

1. With burritos or burrito bowls.
2. Spoon it over a bowl of taco soup.
3. Spread over toasted bread to make pesto eggs on avocado toast.
4. Over steak salads.
5. With loaded potatoes.
6. Spoon it over deviled eggs with bacon.

Tips

1. Pick the right avocado that still has its stem and is ripe but still firm. If you press on one it should yield.
2. Do not over-mash or puree avocados. 
3. Use freshly squeezed lime.
4. If you don’t like raw garlic flavor, skip it. Adding ripe tomatoes is optional too.
5. For extra spicy, add one more jalapeno with seeds on.

How to stop guacamole from going brown?

It’s natural for the avocado to turn brown when it comes in contact with air.

To keep guacamole fresh and green add a thin layer of water on top of guacamole. Transfer guacamole into an air-tight glass container. Pack it tight, pressuring out any air bubbles. Pour a thin layer of water gently over the surface without disturbing the surface of guacamole. Make sure to cover the entire surface. Cover tight and store in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.

It may sound peculiar but trust me, water does not alter the texture and you won’t have to deal with extensively sour guacamole with the extra lime juice method. The layer of water covering the top acts as a barrier against oxygen.

When ready to eat, remove the lid, and gently pour out the water. Give it a swift stir and serve.

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