Jul 14 2026
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Guacamole Recipe

Inspired by La Cuchara
Time30m
Serves4

Freshly made guacamole with tortilla chips

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Ingredients

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Guacamole

Tortilla Chips

Method

Guacamole

  1. 1

    Prepare the Avocados

    Cut the ripe avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl.

  2. 2

    Mash the Avocados

    Using a fork or potato masher, mash the avocado until smooth or to your desired consistency.

  3. 3

    Add Lime Juice and Seasoning

    Stir in the fresh lime juice, salt, and ground black pepper to taste.

  4. 4

    Mix in Vegetables

    Fold in the diced onion, chopped cilantro, and chopped tomato until evenly distributed.

  5. 5

    Taste and Adjust

    Taste the guacamole and adjust seasoning with more salt, lime juice, or pepper if necessary.

Tortilla Chips

  1. 6

    Cut the Tortillas

    Cut each corn tortilla into 6 equal triangles.

  2. 7

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until hot.

  3. 8

    Fry the Chips

    In batches, add the tortilla triangles to the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.

  4. 9

    Drain and Season

    Remove the chips from the oil and drain on paper towels. While still warm, sprinkle with salt to taste.

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