Traditional Guac Recipe

Name: Barrio Tacos Lakewoods Traditional Guac Recipe
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 3 medium ripe Hass avocados; 2 tbsp fresh lime juice; 1 tsp fine sea salt; 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 0.5 cup small red onion; 1 medium roma (plum) tomato, seeded and diced; 3 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves, chopped; 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced; 1 tbsp extra cilantro leaves; 2 wedges lime wedges; 1 tsp drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil

Inspired by Barrio Tacos Lakewood

Time20m

Serves6

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Ingredients

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Guacamole Base

3 medium ripe Hass avocados

2 tbsp Fresh lime juice

1 tsp fine sea salt

1 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Aromatics & Mix-ins

1/2 cup small red onion

1 medium roma (plum) tomato, seeded and diced

3 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves, chopped

1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced

Optional Garnish

1 tbsp extra cilantro leaves

2 wedges Lime wedges

1 tsp drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil

Method

Prepare Produce

Halve the avocados lengthwise, remove pits, and scoop flesh into a medium bowl.

Finely dice the red onion to measure about 1/2 cup. Seed the tomato by slicing in half and gently squeezing or scooping out seeds; dice to yield about 1/2 cup.

Stem and finely chop the cilantro leaves until you have about 3 tablespoons. Slice the jalapeño, remove ribs and seeds for milder heat, then mince finely (use gloves or wash hands after handling).

Make Guacamole

Mash and Season

Using a fork or potato masher, coarsely mash the avocado in the bowl until mostly smooth with some small chunks remaining (for texture).

Immediately stir in the 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice and 1 teaspoon sea salt to arrest browning and season evenly. Add 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper and mix.

Fold in the diced red onion, diced tomato, chopped cilantro, and minced jalapeño. Taste and adjust seasoning: add up to 1/2 teaspoon more salt or additional lime juice if needed.

If you prefer a creamier guacamole, mash a little more until desired consistency is reached.

Finish & Serve

Transfer guacamole to a serving bowl. Optionally smooth the top, sprinkle extra cilantro leaves, drizzle 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil, and arrange lime wedges alongside.

To keep guacamole from browning before serving, press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface to exclude air, or place an avocado pit in the bowl. Serve within 1–2 hours for best color and flavor.