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Perfect Guacamole

Perfect Guacamole
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Master the art of making Perfect Guacamole with this easy-to-follow recipe that delivers a creamy, flavorful avocado dip using fresh ingredients. Quick to prepare and customizable, it’s a healthy, crowd-pleasing appetizer ideal for any snack or party.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2–3 ripe avocados (slightly soft for creamy texture)
  • 1–2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 cup diced onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • 1 small jalapeño or serrano pepper, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced

Optional Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup diced fresh tomato
  • Extra jalapeño or pinch of cayenne pepper for spicier dip
  • 1/4 cup diced mango for a sweet twist
  • 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt for creaminess and tang
  • Roasted garlic as a substitute for fresh garlic

Instructions

  1. Choose and Prep Your Avocados: Select avocados that feel slightly soft but not mushy, indicating they are ripe. Cut them in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a bowl ready for mashing.
  2. Mash the Avocados: Using a fork or potato masher, gently mash the avocado to your preferred texture. For perfectly creamy guacamole, stop when it’s mostly smooth but still slightly chunky.
  3. Add the Fresh Flavors: Mix in freshly squeezed lime juice and salt immediately to brighten the flavors and help prevent browning. Follow with diced onion, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, and chopped jalapeño for that classic guac taste.
  4. Incorporate Optional Ingredients: If you’re using tomatoes or other variations, fold them in carefully without over-mixing to keep the dip fresh and colorful.
  5. Taste and Adjust Seasoning: Give your guacamole a final taste, adding more salt, lime juice, or jalapeño as needed. The goal is a balanced flavor that’s creamy, tangy, and just a touch spicy.

Notes

  • Use fresh lime juice instead of bottled for the best flavor.
  • Keep your bowl and utensils chilled to maintain texture.
  • Don’t over-mash the avocado to keep some texture.
  • Place plastic wrap directly on the guacamole surface to slow browning.
  • Adjust salt and lime gradually, tasting as you go for perfect balance.

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