Perfect Guacamole

Guacamole Recipe

I always laugh quietly to myself when I see a menu or commercial that advertises a “California” sandwich, salad, burger, etc. What makes it California? Avocados, of course!

California produces 90% of avocados distributed throughout the United States. If you stop at any roadside stand in California, you can find avocados priced at 10/$3.00! It’s amazing! The challenge is trying to eat those 10 avocados before they become too ripe.

Guacamole is a staple in many traditional Mexican dishes, and you'll find that most authentic restaurants prepare the tasty dip table-side using a mortar and pestle. The dip is best served with fresh tortilla chips and lime wedges.

Guacamole Recipe

Serves 4

Ingredients:

4 avocados - peeled, pitted, and mashed

1 lime, juiced

½ teaspoon lime fresco salt

½ cup minced onion

3 Tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

2 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced

1 teaspoon minced garlic

1 pinch ground cayenne pepper

Directions:

Slice ripe avocados lengthwise in half. Remove their pits is removed and place the halves in a mortar. Use the pestle to mash the avocado, and then add the remaining ingredients. Smash the ingredients together with the pestle until your desired consistency. Enjoy!