Guacamole Recipe
lemons, strawberries, pineapple, cayenne pepper + kangen water
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Ingredients
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Avocado base
Aromatics and heat
Fruit accents
Finish and garnish
Method
Avocado base
- 1
Prepare avocados
Halve the avocados, remove pits, and scoop flesh into a medium mixing bowl.
- 2
- 3
Season the mashed avocado with fine sea salt and stir to combine. Taste and adjust salt as needed.
Aromatics and heat
- 4
- 5
Add the chopped cilantro and the cayenne pepper. Mix gently so the flavors distribute evenly. The cayenne adds a background heat; start with 1/4 tsp and increase to taste.
Fruit accents
- 6
Hull and small-dice the strawberries so the pieces are roughly the same size as the pineapple. Add the diced strawberries and pineapple to the guacamole and fold in gently. The fruit adds sweet-tart contrast and bright texture—do not overmix or the fruit will break down.
Finish and garnish
- 7
Season the guacamole with ground black pepper and taste once more for balance. If desired, squeeze a little lime over top (use lime wedges) for extra acidity.
- 8
Transfer to a serving bowl, garnish with extra cilantro leaves, and serve immediately with tortilla chips, vegetable crudités, or as a topping for grilled fish or tacos.
- 9
Storage note: Press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the guacamole to minimize browning and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. The lemon juice and kangen water help slow oxidation but fresh is best.