Jul 14 2026
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Guacamole Recipe

Inspired by Mercado Pasadena
Time20m
Serves4

hass avocado, serranos, cilantro, tomatoes, red onions, Yxta salsa brava, spicy pepitas, fresh chips (v) (replace chips with cucumber sticks add 4)

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Ingredients

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Guacamole Ingredients

Method

Guacamole Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Gather all the ingredients and wash them thoroughly. Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl.

  2. 2

    Chop the Vegetables

    Finely chop the serrano peppers, tomatoes, and red onion. Roughly chop the fresh cilantro.

  3. 3

    Mash the Avocado

    Using a fork or a potato masher, mash the avocado until it reaches your desired consistency, either smooth or chunky.

  4. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    Add the chopped serrano peppers, cilantro, tomatoes, and red onion to the mashed avocado. Mix well to combine.

  5. 5

    Add Flavor

    Stir in the Yxta salsa brava to the avocado mixture. Adjust the amount to your taste.

  6. 6

    Season and Serve

    Season the guacamole with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with spicy pepitas on top. Serve with cucumber sticks.

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