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Authentic Guacamole: The Best Recipe Ever

Close-up of chunky, bright green Authentic guacamole served in a traditional dark stone molcajete bowl.
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Make the definitive, chunky, and fresh guacamole using a molcajete for true Mexican flavor. This is the perfect Cinco de Mayo appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe Hass avocados
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped white onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

Instructions

  1. Place the minced jalapeño, chopped cilantro, and salt into your molcajete. Grind these ingredients together until they form a rough paste.
  2. Add the chopped white onion to the molcajete and gently mash it into the paste.
  3. Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into the molcajete.
  4. Add the ground cumin and the fresh lime juice.
  5. Using the tejolote (pestle), gently mash and mix the ingredients. Do not overmix; you want a chunky texture, not a smooth puree.
  6. Taste the guacamole and add more salt or lime juice if needed.
  7. Serve immediately as a fresh salsa and guac centerpiece for your Mexican party food aesthetic.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can leave a small amount of the avocado pit in the bowl while serving to slow down browning.
  • If you do not have a molcajete, you can use a large bowl and a fork to mash the avocados, but mix the herbs and spices separately first before combining.
  • This recipe focuses on chunky guacamole vs smooth; adjust mashing time for your preferred texture.

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