Soft Guacamole Taco Recipe

Name: Mitla Cafes Soft Guacamole Taco Recipe
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 each ripe Hass avocados; 2 tbs lime juice (about 1 lime); 2 tbs red onion, very finely diced; 1 tsp jalapeño, seeded and finely minced; 2 tbs cilantro, finely chopped; 1 tsp ground cumin; 3 pinch kosher salt; 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper; 2 tbs tomato, seeded and finely diced (optional); 6 each soft corn or flour tortillas (6-inch); 2 cups cooked protein (grilled chicken, shrimp, or black beans); 1 cup shredded lettuce (thinly sliced); 1 cup crumbled queso fresco or shredded Monterey Jack; 1 tbs pickled red onions or quick-pickled cucumber (optional); 2 tsp hot sauce or chipotle crema (optional); 1 tsp vegetable oil or butter for warming tortillas

Inspired by Mitla Cafe

Time25m

Serves3

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Ingredients

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Guacamole

2 each ripe Hass avocados

2 tbs lime juice (about 1 lime)

2 tbs red onion, very finely diced

1 tsp jalapeño, seeded and finely minced

2 tbs cilantro, finely chopped

1 tsp Ground cumin

3 pinch kosher salt

1 pinch freshly ground black pepper

2 tbs tomato, seeded and finely diced (optional)

Soft taco assembly

6 each soft corn or flour tortillas (6-inch)

2 cups cooked protein (grilled chicken, shrimp, or black beans)

1 cup shredded lettuce (thinly sliced)

1 cup crumbled queso fresco or shredded Monterey Jack

1 tbs pickled red onions or quick-pickled cucumber (optional)

2 tsp hot sauce or chipotle crema (optional)

1 tsp vegetable oil or butter for warming tortillas

Method

Guacamole

Prepare avocados

Halve the avocados, remove pits, scoop flesh into a medium bowl.

Mash to soft texture

Using a fork or potato masher, gently mash the avocado until mostly smooth but with a few small chunks remaining for texture. Aim for a soft, spreadable consistency — not completely puréed.

Add aromatics and seasonings

Immediately add lime juice to the mashed avocado and stir to combine (this slows browning). Add the finely diced red onion, minced jalapeño, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, and diced tomato if using. Fold gently so you retain a soft texture.

Season and taste

Add kosher salt and a pinch of freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning — add additional lime juice or salt if desired. Cover and set aside at room temperature while you warm tortillas (avoid refrigerating more than necessary to keep guacamole soft).

Soft taco assembly

Warm tortillas

Warm a dry skillet over medium heat and brush a little vegetable oil or melt a small amount of butter. Warm each tortilla 20–30 seconds per side until pliable and slightly charred in spots. Keep wrapped in a clean towel to stay soft.

Prepare protein and toppings

If using pre-cooked protein, reheat gently in a skillet or microwave until just warm. For black beans, season with a pinch of salt and a squeeze of lime. Have shredded lettuce, cheese, and any pickled vegetables or hot sauce ready.

Assemble tacos

Lay a warm tortilla on a plate. Spread about 2–3 tablespoons of the soft guacamole down the center of the tortilla, leaving room at the ends. Top with about 1/3 cup of warmed protein, a small handful (about 2 tablespoons) of shredded lettuce, and a sprinkle (about 2 tablespoons) of crumbled queso fresco or shredded cheese.

Finish and serve

Add pickled red onions or quick-pickled cucumber and drizzle with hot sauce or chipotle crema if using. Serve immediately while tortillas and fillings are warm so the guacamole remains soft and spreadable.