Guacamole Recipe

Time20m

Serves6

Make Guacamole Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the avocados
Cut each avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl.
2
Mash the avocados
Using a fork or a potato masher, mash the avocado to your desired level of creaminess (smooth or chunky).

3
Add lime juice
Pour the lime juice into the mashed avocado and mix well to combine.
4
Chop and add onion
Finely chop the red onion and add it to the mixing bowl.
5
Chop and add tomato
Dice the tomato and add it to the bowl.
6
Chop and add cilantro
Chop the fresh cilantro and mix it into the guacamole.
7
Season with salt and pepper
Sprinkle salt and black pepper into the mixture and stir to combine.

8
Add jalapeño (if using)
If you like it spicy, finely chop the jalapeño (remove seeds for less heat) and mix it into the guacamole.
9
Add garlic (if using)
Minced garlic can be added for additional flavor. Mix it into the guacamole.

10
Serve
Transfer the guacamole to a serving bowl. Enjoy with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, burritos, or salads.