Guacamole
This recipe for Guacamole is a lovely combination of three avocados, cumin, cayenne, lime, garlic, and fresh tomatoes.
Ingredients
- 3 avocados - Test for ripeness by sticking a toothpick in the bottom: it should slide in easily. If the avocados are very green when you buy them, let them sit on the counter for 2-3 days.
- 1 lime - juiced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tomatoes - diced
- 1 clove garlic - grated or finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley - chopped, as a garnish
Instructions
- Cut around the outside of the avocado and split it in two. The seed should come out easily. Scoop the soft flesh into a large bowl. Repeat for the other two avocados.
- Add the lime juice to the avocados and then mash the avocados and lime with a potato masher or fork. Add the cumin, cayenne, and salt to the bowl, and mix well.
- Gently fold in the tomatoes and garlic.
- Put your fresh guac in a serving bowl and sprinkle with parsley if desired. If covered, this guacamole will keep nicely in the fridge for a couple of days, but it's unlikely to last as long as you have chips handy.
Notes
Inspired by an Alton Brown recipe.