Perfect Guacamole (reinvented) Recipe

Name: Perfect Guacamole (reinvented)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 ripe avocados; 1/2 red onion, minced (about 1/2 cup); 1 or 2 serrano chilies, stems and seeds removed, minced; 2 tbsp cilantro leaves, finely chopped; 1 tbsp of fresh lime or lemon juice; 1/2 tsp coarse salt; 1 A dash of freshly grated black pepper; 1/2 ripe tomato, seeds and pulp removed, chopped; 4 clove to 5 Garlic, pressed (optional); 1 Garnish with red radishes or jicama. Serve with tortilla chips.

Servings: persons

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Cut avocados in half.
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Remove seed.
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Scoop out avocado from the peel, put in a mixing bowl.
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(See How to Cut and Peel an Avocado.)
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Using a fork, mash the avocado.
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Add the chopped onion, cilantro, lime or lemon, salt, pressed garlic and pepper and mash some more.
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Chili peppers vary individually in their hotness.
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So, start with a half of one chili pepper and add to the guacamole to your desired degree of hotness.
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Be careful handling the peppers; wash your hands thoroughly after handling and do not touch your eyes or the area near your eyes with your hands for several hours.Keep the tomatoes separate until ready to serve.Remember that much of this is done to taste because of the variability in the fresh ingredients.
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Start with this recipe and adjust to your taste.
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Cover with plastic wrap directly on the surface of the guacamole to prevent oxidation from the air reaching it.
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Refrigerate until ready.
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Just before serving, add the chopped tomato to the guacamole and mix.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 ripe avocados, 1/2 red onion, minced (about 1/2 cup), 1 or 2 serrano chilies, stems and seeds removed, minced, 2 tbsp cilantro leaves, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Perfect Guacamole (reinvented) falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Perfect Guacamole (reinvented)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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