World Flavors Cookbook

Guacamole

Mexico's most famous condiment — ripe avocados mashed with lime, cilantro, onion, serrano chili, and salt. Simple, ancient, and perfect.

Cuisine: Mexico

Ingredients

• 3 ripe Hass avocados
• Juice of 2 limes
• 1/4 white onion, finely diced
• 1 serrano chili, finely diced
• Fresh cilantro, chopped
• Salt
• 2 tbsp diced tomato (optional)

Instructions

1. Halve avocados. Remove pit. Scoop flesh into a molcajete or bowl.
2. Mash to desired consistency (some chunks are traditional).
3. Add lime juice, onion, serrano, cilantro, and salt.
4. Mix gently.
5. Taste and adjust lime and salt.
6. Serve immediately.