Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsMaloCrispy Onion & Avocado Recipe

Crispy Onion & Avocado Recipe

Inspired by Malo
Time30m
Serves4

fresh avocado, crispy onion and pico de gallo

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Ingredients

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Avocado Preparation

Crispy Onion Preparation

Pico de Gallo Preparation

Method

Avocado Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Avocado

    Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl.

  2. 2

    Mash and Season

    Add lime juice and salt to the avocado flesh, then mash with a fork until creamy yet slightly chunky. Set aside.

Crispy Onion Preparation

  1. 3

    Slice the Onion

    Peel and thinly slice the onion into rings.

  2. 4

    Coat the Onion

    Toss the onion rings in flour and salt until evenly coated.

  3. 5

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.

  4. 6

    Fry the Onions

    Carefully add the coated onion rings to the hot oil in batches. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Pico de Gallo Preparation

  1. 7

    Chop the Ingredients

    Dice the tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeño finely. Chop the cilantro.

  2. 8

    Mix the Pico de Gallo

    In a bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix well.

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