Authentic Guacamole
About this recipe
This Authentic Guacamole recipe brings you back to the basics of flavor, focusing on fresh and ripe ingredients. Jose.elcook emphasizes the importance of using perfectly ripe avocados and simple techniques to create a delicious dip that’s true to its roots.
With just a few fresh ingredients and a volcanic stone mortar and pestle (or any sturdy bowl), you can whip up this guacamole in just 15 minutes. It's all about getting the right texture and balance of flavors.
Ingredient notes
- Use 4 ripe Hass avocados for the best flavor and texture.
- The red onions are divided into two halves: one half is mixed in for flavor, and the other half is added later for texture.
Tips from Jose.elcook’s video
- Wear gloves when chopping jalapeños to protect your hands from the heat.
- To check if your limes are juicy, look for smooth skin; wrinkly limes tend to have less juice.
- Mash the avocado mixture until it reaches a paste-like consistency, then fold in the remaining diced onions for added texture.
Good to know
- How many servings does this recipe make?
- This recipe serves 4.
- What is the total time to prepare this guacamole?
- The total time to prepare this guacamole is 15 minutes.
- Why is it important to use ripe avocados?
- Ripe avocados are essential for a creamy texture and rich flavor in guacamole.
- What can I use if I don't have a mortar and pestle?
- You can use a granite or wooden bowl instead of a volcanic stone mortar and pestle.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Jose.elcook: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Chop up the jalapeños and wear gloves to protect your hands.
- 2
Add half of the diced red onions to the bowl.
- 3
Sprinkle in the ocean salt and squeeze in the juice of the limes.
- 4
Mash the mixture until it becomes a paste-like consistency.
- 5
Add the remaining half of the diced onions for texture.
- 6
Mix in the chopped cilantro and lime zest for added flavor.
- 7
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- The quantity for 'small handful' of cilantro is an estimate.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Jose.elcook’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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