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How to Make Guacamole From Scratch

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By kkertson
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Make Guacamole From Scratch
Make Guacamole From Scratch

Guacamole made from scratch is a LOT healthier than store bought mixes. This guacamole recipe has a spicy kick and is absolutely delicious! Its easy to make and perfect to serve with chips! Enjoy =)

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • • 3 ripe hass avocados • 1 roma tomato, deseeded, diced • 1/2 cup red onion, diced • 1/2 cup cilantro leaves, finely chopped • 1 large clove garlic • 1 serrano pepper, with seeds
  • • 1 TBSP lime juice, fresh squeezed • 1 tsp distilled white vinegar • 1 tsp salt
  1. Step 1
     

    Crush garlic clove and finely mince.

  2. Step 2
     

    Finely dice the Serrano peppers

  3. Step 3
     

    In a large stainless steel or glass bowl, combine garlic, Serrano peppers, lime juice, vinegar and salt.

  4. Step 4
     

    After you have peeled and pitted the avocados, add them to the bowl. Mash Avocados with a fork until they are only slightly chunky.

  5. Step 5
     

    Mix in red onion, tomato and cilantro. Taste and add more salt or vinegar if desired.

  6. Step 6
     

    Serve with tortilla chips or a main dish and enjoy!

  7. Step 7

    Guacamole goes great with:
    * Tortilla Chips
    * Pita Chips
    * Taco Salad
    * Taco Soup
    * Enchiladas
    * Burritos
    * Tamales
    * Garden burgers
    * Turkey Burgers
    * Southwestern Egg Rolls
    * Soft Tacos
    * Loaded Potato Skins
    * Rice and Beans
    * Pita Bread
    * Quesadillas
    * Tostadas
    * Nachos
    * Mexican Casserole
    * Breakfast Burritos
    * Southwestern Breakfast Quiche
    * Mexican Salad
    * Mexican Lasagna
    * Chimichangas
    * Tomato and Black Bean Salad
    * Shrimp Tacos
    * Beef Tacos
    * Chicken Tacos
    * Turkey Sub Sandwich

Comments  

dee00f said

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on 11/2/2009 THANKS!!! MY HUSBAND HAD NEVER HAD GUACAMOLE BEFORE, BUT WHEN WE VISITED MEXICO HE GAVE IT A TRY. AS SOON AS WE RETURNED HOME WE DECIDED TO RECREATE THE MEAL AND YOUR GUACAMOLE HELPED TO TAKE US BACK TO OUR VACATION. IT WAS DELICIOUS!

basswiz88 said

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on 10/9/2009 this came out perfect, the wife an i loved it, and I made it! thanks went awesome with the tacos.

jeni10 said

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on 10/5/2009 I love guacamole, but I've never made it. Your recipe is easy-to-follow and super simple. I will try this for my next party. Thank you for sharing your recipe for making guacamole from scratch. 5*

hradcliffe said

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on 9/27/2009 This guacamole from scratch sounds spicy and delicious. 5* and rec.

MyJB said

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on 9/24/2009 Delicious!

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