Guacamole
There’s nothing better than fresh, homemade guacamole made the traditional Mexican way. This authentic recipe highlights the natural creaminess of ripe avocados, balanced with lime, chilli, onion and cilantro, without tomato. Quick, easy, and perfect for tacos, tortilla chips, or any Mexican-inspired meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, basics
Cuisine Mexican
- 4 perfectly ripe hass avocados
- 1 lime juiced
- ½ white onion finely chopped
- 1 fresh jalapeño or Serrano chilli finely chopped
- ¼ cup cilantro (coriander) finley chopped
- 1 tablespoon Maldon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
Cut avocados in half, remove pits, and scoop flesh into a medium bowl.
Mash with a fork until mostly smooth but slightly chunky.
Stir in lime juice, onion, chile, cilantro, salt and olive oil.
Taste and adjust with more lime juice or salt if needed.
Serve immediately with tortilla chips, tacos, or as a topping for grilled meats.
Keyword guacamole, mexican, side dish