Learn in seven easy steps how to make guacamole that’ll make you smile.
Variety is the spice of life. Such is the case when it comes to making guacamole. Here we break down the process into seven basic steps that will serve as the foundation for any number of creative variations on the recipe.
Step 1: Select your avocados wisely. The smaller Hass varieties produce better guacamole. Learn how to choose the best, ripest avocados.
Step 2: Clean and prepare your avocado(s). Begin with clean hands. Wash under running water and dry with a clean cloth towel or paper towel. Keep your area clean from other foods.
Step 3: Cut, slice, peel and pit the avocado. Lay a clean dish towel on your cutting surface to prevent slipping. Place the avocado lengthwise on the cutting board/towel. With the avocado held securely with one hand, use your other hand to slice lengthwise down the center, moving around the seed. Rotate the two halves apart with your hands. The seed will remain in one half. To remove the seed, gently work your spoon between the flesh and seed until it pops out.
Step 4: Remove the inner flesh with a large spoon. You can either scoop the inner green flesh out with the spoon, or simply grasp the outer dark layer of skin with your hand and pull it away from the flesh.
Step 5: Mash, slice, dice or puree. How you choose to prepare the avocado for your guacamole depends largely on the desired level of “smoothness” or “chunkiness” of the final product. Use a mortar and pestle, bowl and fork, or a food processor. Take different approaches to preparing your avocados until you find the result you like best.
Step 6: Make it your own. Guacamole recipes can remain traditional or vary dramatically depending on taste. Again, don’t be afraid to experiment. Lemon, lime, fresh chili, cilantro and other fresh herbs, and a good helping of salt are trademarks of a great guacamole recipe. Here are some exciting recipes for guacamole.
Step 7: Mix, serve and enjoy. Once you have all your ingredients in the bowl, don’t mix it too much. It’s good to still have a little chunk in your recipe, even if you’re going to use it as a spread. Stick with traditional tortilla chips, or serve with vegetable sticks, crackers, toast or pita bread.
From here, you can play with ingredients and textures for a unique and exciting guacamole creation. Pair fruits, vegetables, nuts and seasonings. Sweet, spicy, crunchy, or tropical – experiment to your heart’s content! If you’ve ever wondered “How do you make guacamole the right way?” then you’ll be thrilled to know that there are SO many right ways!
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View the menu at Casa Blanca Mexican Restaurant in North Billerica, MA for more appetizing ideas.